Manchester United are considering activating a South American starlet – but they face fierce competition from City and Real Madrid.

Manchester Untied are considering a move for River Plate talent Enzo Fernandez, say reports, but they face competition from Manchester City, Real Madrid and Benfica. .

According to Clarin, City are the likeliest of Fernandez’s suitors to make a move, although United, Real Madrid and Benfica are also in the frame. .

As it stands, that could be the only way for City to secure a deal, as River don’t want to negotiate a sale. .

The move would be a return to familiar territory for the Citizens, who signed River forward Julian Alvarez in January on a five-and-a-half-year deal.

Manchester United have been linked with a vast array of talents ever since Erik ten Hag was confirmed as manager – while Paul Pogba has been linked with rivals Manchester City.

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