Yuri Alberto: Manchester United and Arsenal to scout Santos wonderkid at Brazil U17s clash with England next month
Red Devils and Gunners both keen on landing striker who scored 53 goals in just 35 matches last season but face Roma battle
MANCHESTER UNITED and Arsenal will both reportedly scout Brazilian wonderkid Yuri Alberto next month.
The 16-year-old has emerged on the scene with legendary samba club Santos.
And after banging in 51 goals in just 35 youth games last season, Alberto is getting the chance to prove himself on a senior contract.
The talented forward is also part of Brazil’s Under-17s squad for friendlies against either South Africa or Guinea, and England.
The matches will also be played in the UK, which means Premier League clubs are on red alert.
And claims United and Arsenal will be making the first moves as they look to land the forward.
Alberto is capable of playing as either a striker or a winger, and has similar attributes to Manchester City ace Gabriel Jesus.
United and Arsenal will be sending scouts to watch him up close and personal when he arrives in the country.
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But there is also strong interest from ambitious Serie A giants Roma.
New sporting director Monchi is looking to herald in a new era in the Italian capital.
And Alberto is sure to have a number of top offers on the table when he feels the time is right to leave Santos.
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