Wolverhampton Wanderers' Mateus Mane has been backed to reach new heights by team-mate Adam Armstrong.

What happened?

The 18-year-old scored impressive goals against West Ham and Everton, and started 14 consecutive top-flight matches. Armstrong believes Mane has the perfect balance of confidence and humility.

Why it matters for Wolverhampton Wanderers

Mane's form has attracted interest from clubs at home and abroad, but Wolves are keen to keep him for next season. New boss Cesar Peixoto is building a team capable of earning promotion from the Championship.

What comes next?

Mane will be key to Wolves' promotion push, and Armstrong is confident he can handle the pressure. | Player | Age | Appearances | | --- | --- | --- | | Mateus Mane | 18 | 14 | Armstrong said: 'He's excellent, you can see it in his quality on the pitch, but we see it in training every day.' Mane's grounded attitude and desire to improve have impressed Armstrong. He added: 'He's such a nice kid, a down to earth lad who just gets on with his business.'