Manchester United look set to pip rivals Liverpool in the race to sign Enzo Fernandez with the Benfica midfielder courted by England’s two biggest clubs.
A thrilling World Cup campaign for the 21-year-old Argentine talent in Qatar where he was crowned young player of the tournament has skyrocketed Fernandez’s value in the transfer market as Manchester United keep tabs on his situation.
According to a report from UOL Esporte, it is claimed that United have taken the lead in the race for the midfield maestro leaving behind arch-rivals Liverpool who were said to have a pre-contract agreement in place for Fernandez.
United are widely tipped to eye up reinforcements to bolster their engine room amid rumours of late suggesting that the Old Trafford camp could lose out on Brazil international Fred who is wanted by Ligue 1 champions Paris Saint-Germain.
Casemiro and Christian Eriksen arrived at the club in the past summer, however, the United head coach Eric ten Hag remains on the search for a fresh pair of legs to add to his options in the centre of the park.
