Manchester United are reportedly in the race to sign Sporting Lisbon's teenage star Nuno Mendes, having already contacted the club over a possible move. The 18-year-old has been a regular this season and has already made 44 appearances for Sporting in all competitions. They signed Bruno Fernandes from Sporting in January 2020 for £55million and Mendes is represented by the same agent as the United midfielder in Miguel Pinho. Manchester City have also been tracking Mendes, who turns 19 next month, having spoken with Pinho over a possible transfer. It's a deal worth an initial £44.3 fee plus plus young Spanish defender Pedro Porro, who is out on loan at Sporting for two seasons.

Source: Daily Mail May 17, 2021 05:44 UTC