Man Utd closely monitors Palmeiras Thalys talent
manchester united He is eyeing Palmeiras youngster Thalys, but faces competition from Barcelona and Juventus, according to a report in the Spanish newspaper AS.
The 18-year-old has become the diamond of the Palmeiras youth team since his arrival in 2021. With a goal every 131 minutes, the teenager has established himself as one of the 'killers' to be recognized in the next squad with his Impressive three goals in five games. His performances with the Brazilian team have earned him the nickname “new Endrick.”
According ASSources close to the situation confirm that both Manchester United, Barcelona and Juventus are closely monitoring the player ahead of the summer. transfer market.
The Verdão He previously rejected an offer for the youngster but the report clarifies that the offer did not come from any of the three clubs mentioned.
With a contract at the club until October 2026, the coaching staff sees Thalys as a short-term future player, as the attacking star is already training with Abel Ferreira's first team squad.
Future Prospect
The Red Devils do not lack options in attack, with Anthony Martial, Mark RashfordGarnacho, Antonio, Amad Diallo and Rasmus Hojlund serving as Erik Ten HagAttack options.
However, the problem lies with the form and performance of the team's attack, which has been hugely inconsistent this season. While Hojlund is starting to find his rhythm and Garnacho impresses, Rashford, Martial and Antony have disappointed; the latter has not scored goals in the match. first division this season.
An immediate solution may not be obvious, but the 13-time Premier League winners are already preparing for the future as they look to acquire some of the world's best emerging prospects.
One such prospect is Thalys, but Manchester United face a tough battle with the likes of Barcelona and Juventus to sign the South American wonderkid.
Ten Hag hopes to use his excellent track record in developing young talent to attract the Palmeiras Under-20 centre-forward to Old Trafford.
