Manchester United are reportedly set to rival Arne Slot’s Liverpool for the next emerging talent from Argentina.
Manchester United have had several big Argentina stars at Old Tarfford through the years with Carlos Tevez, Gabriel Heinze, Juan Sebastian Veron, Angel Di Maria, and Lisandro Martinez all becoming a Red Devil in their career.
The Red Devils currently have an emerging Argentinian star in Alejandro Garnacho who is quickly becoming an important player for United with his creativity and threat in attack.
The 20-year-old has had an impressive start to the season with four goals and three assists in eight appearances.
Under INEOS, the Red Devils have started to target young emerging talents around the globe with Sekou Kone an example of the type of player they want to target.
According to reports Dan Ashworth has set his sights on an emerging talent in Argentina but faces competition from other Premier League clubs.
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The Red Devils have just confirmed the signings of talented youngsters Samuel Lusale and James Overy, with Chido Obi Martin also set for a move to Old Trafford after Premier League approval.
The latest prospect Manchester United are reportedly looking at is Velez Sarsfield star Thiago Fernandez.
According to TBR Football, Manchester United are set to rival Liverpool for the 20-year-old’s signature.
Journalist Graeme Bailey told TBR Football: ” Fernandez is likely to make the switch to Europe in the near future.
“TBR has been told that England is his most likely destination.
“Manchester United are looking to move into the cross-Atlantic market themselves under Ineos, while Brighton have enjoyed real success with Alexis Mac Allister, Moises Caicedo and co.”
