Manchester United are reportedly interested in signing Flamengo midfielder Joao Gomes.
The 21-year-old is one of the best talents in South America and is ready to take the next step in his career.
Liverpool are said to be the other club interested in signing the Brazilian this January.
According to talkSPORT, United considered making a move in the summer, potentially offering Andreas Pereira as part of a trade deal.
South American soccer expert said:
“It seemed that they [United] He could have been interested in him when Andreas Pereira was on loan from United at Flamengo,” he explained.
“In the end, [Pereira] ended up going to Fulham. It was speculated that in exchange for that treatment, they could take Joao Gomes, but they did not do it.
Pereira was sold to Fulham for a fee of £10 million.
Gomes would be a fantastic signing for United. He is very versatile and can operate in multiple midfield positions.
His defensive attributes are impressive and his style of play has been compared to Fabinho’s.
Gomes has been outspoken about his desire to join Liverpool, so one would assume they have the upper hand in negotiations.
Jurgen Klopp is said to be a huge fan of the player and is determined to get him this January.
