Fabrizio Romano confirms Manchester United's interest in Joao Neves
According to respected journalist Fabrizio Romano, manchester united is one of the clubs interested in signing Benfica star Joao Neves during the summer transfer window.
The 19-year-old is currently one of the most sought-after young midfielders in European football and is tipped to secure a bigger challenge next season. In its Daily information column, Roman has revealed that the career is still open for the youngster, but he has already been scouted by the likes of Man United and city of manchester.
However, the Italian journalist added that it will not be an easy deal to achieve as Benfica will insist that his £103m release clause is activated this summer, saying: “In terms of potential midfield signings for United, the race remains open for Benfica wonderkid Joao Neves, who has been scouted by the Red Devils and also Manchester City.”
“Benfica will insist that the €120m (£103m) release clause be activated, so it is not an easy deal, but the interest of first division clubs is there in terms of scouting. “So far, no club has approached Benfica to start a negotiation, so it remains absolutely open.”
Great potential
Neves has become a key player for club and country at the age of 19. He is a defensive midfielder by trade, but can also play from the number 8 position or occasionally from the right wing. His enormous potential has caught the attention of many elite clubs and United will hope to leapfrog the competition by signing him during the summer.
casemiro and Kobbie Mainoo are the preferred options for the manager Erik ten Hag in midfield at the moment, but the former could be heading for the exit door in the summer as he is no longer at his best and has shown signs of regression. Neves would be an outstanding signing to replace the Brazilian, given his young age and his enormous potential.
United have been guilty of paying extravagant fees in the transfer market in recent campaigns, but spending a nine-figure sum on Neves would be justified by his immense talent. The young man is strong in tackles and wins duels with relative ease.
He also has a tremendous work rate and likes to control possession with his strong passing range. With City also on the hunt for him, United have a lot of work ahead of them to convince him if he misses out. Champions League qualification.
