Man United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe is set to approve a record-breaking offer of just over £100m to secure the signing of Benfica's teen star Joao Neves this summer.
Ratcliffe plans to implement a new transfer strategy focusing on younger talents at Old Trafford and Neves has been reportedly pencilled as a top target.
The 19-year-old has quickly become a key figure at Benfica, despite his age, and his performances are starting to turn the heads of clubs around Europe.
A Premier League move could be on the cards in the upcoming window, with multiple sides in England showing an interest in securing his signature.
"In terms of possible midfield signings coming in for United, the race remains open for Benfica wonderkid Joao Neves, who has been scouted by the Red Devils, and also by Manchester City," Fabrizio Romano said.
"Benfica will insist on the release clause of €120m [£103m] being triggered, so it’s not an easy deal, but the interest from Premier League clubs is there in terms of scouting. So far, no club has approached Benfica to start a negotiation yet, so it remains absolutely open."
