Manchester United 'discover' Antonio Silva asking price and other transfer rumours
Manchester United are braced for competition from Paris Saint-Germain in the race for Benfica defender Antonio Silva - according to reports.
The 20-year-old is much more likely to be available next summer with a staggering €100million release clause understood to be in his contract. Despite investment from INEOS founder Sir Jim Ratcliffe being formalised, that deal remains subject to ratification from the Premier League and an immediate cash injection for Erik ten Hag to work with looks fanciful.
United also have some lingering caution with regards to Financial Fair Play (FFP) regulations. That means January additions are expected to be few and far between. United spent £183million on Andre Onana, Mason Mount and Rasmus Hojlund combined this summer.
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Silva has earned rave reviews for his displays at Benfica since breaking into the first team. However, even on the proviso United do want him, PSG are also tipped to come calling for his services.
Interest from both clubs has been pinpointed by respected journalist Rudi Galleti as United - and other European heavyweights - keep one eye on next summer as well as the January transfer window.
Elsewhere, reports from Spanish publication AS indicate Barcelona are front-runners to sign highly-rated Estevao with United and two other Premier League teams thought to be in the market for his signature. The 16-year-old is currently plying his trade with Palmeiras in his native Brazil.
Estevao is a right winger tipped for big things and a European move at some stage. However, as per the AS piece, he will not come cheaply with the forward said to have a €60million
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