Manchester United challenge Wolves for £100m wonderkid

Manchester United are challenging Wolves for the signature of one of the most sought-after talents in Europe, according to reports.

The Sun claims the Old Trafford giants are eyeing a summer swoop for Benfica’s teenage star Joao Felix – who is being described as “the next Deco”.

The Portuguese club would want around £100million for the 19-year-old play-maker, but United have not been put off by the price tag, with scouts having watched him several times this season.

United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer had Joao Felix watched the weekend before last, and after positive reports the Red Devils are looking to make their move this summer.

An Old Trafford source told The Sun : “The club went to see Felix in action and it was all positive. He is seen as a real talent.

“He is definitely someone who is increasingly of interest. He is a clever play-maker and in a similar vein to Portugal legend Deco.

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“The scouts saw him during the derby against Sporting Lisbon and he scored.”There looks like there is going to be moves for him.”

Clubs across Europe are tracking Felix, including La Liga heavyweights Barcelona and Real Madrid, while Wolves are also in the running to sign him thanks to their link-up with super-agent Jorge Mendes.

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