MANCHESTER UNITED are interested in signing Goncalo Ramos from Benfica, according to reports.
The Red Devils are currently in the market for a new striker with loan star Wout Weghorst expected to return to Burnley at the end of the season.
And Portuguese superstar Ramos, who was the first player to score a hat-trick at last year’s World Cup, has emerged as a top target.
According to Portuguese outlet Record, Man Utd want to sign the 21-year-old.
Ramos has scored 24 goals in 36 appearances for Benfica so far this season.
However, he is understood to be disappointed that club chiefs have not yet rewarded him for his efforts with a new and improved contract.
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Last summer, Benfica president Rui Costa reportedly promised the striker a salary increase which is yet to materialise.
Ramos still has over three years remaining on his deal, which expires in June 2026, but he is growing increasingly frustrated with his current situation.
If he does decide to leave Lisbon in the summer, any potential suitors would have to trigger his huge £105.6million release clause.
Man Utd have already been informed that they will have to pay over £100m for top target Harry Kane.
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And Napoli’s Victor Osimhen, who is also on Erik ten Hag’s transfer wishlist, will cost more than both players.
The Italian giants want a record-breaking fee in the region of £115m to £130m for their star man.
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
