Manchester Evening News reports that Sir Alex Ferguson is looking to spend big on Brazilian youngster Lucas Moura.
Ferguson’s previous disappointments with Brazilian players have done little to deter him, after past underwhelming appearances from the likes of Jose Kleberson and Anderson.
Negotiations to snatch up the 19-year-old Moura are apparently at a standstill, however, after United threw down £29m to secure him, which may not be enough to lure away the attacking midfielder. Sao Paulo are keen to keep hold of him, and are prepared to offer improved contractual terms if he stays, though if United extend their offer past the £30m barrier, it is believed that they will indeed sell.
Such an expense will mark a considerable gamble on the part of manager Ferguson, albeit one which could pay dividends as the squad try to claw back the Premiership from rivals Man City. Though Moura is green as far as European football goes, he has huge star potential, and could be the youthful injection that Old Trafford sorely needs.
Though Ferguson brought in Shinji Kagawa and Nick Powell to liven up his side, the addition of Moura might be a move of insurance after City won the domestic title race last season. With the pressure to improve upon that performance, it seems highly likely that United will splash a few extra million to snap up the prized player.
With Man Utd’s inconsistent midfield array, specifically the winding down of Paul Scholes’ career, Anderson’s underperformance and Darren Fletcher’s absence, Moura might add some much-needed propulsion and creativity to the squad.
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Although i think moura would be a great signing,i think united should be going back for modric or sneijder.i was impressed with both modric and sneijder at the euros and they will definatly add an extra dimension to uniteds midfield.cleverly could be in for a big season.
I agree with azamijan. Moderic and sneijder are both proven stars. And sneijder in particular at the cheaper end. Sneijder can pinpoint a pass and create goals aswell as scoring them same with moderic but at a higher cost and with premier league experience. If I was fergie then I would turn back to sneijder.
What a load of tripe. Which of the other teamsd mentioned have spent bigger than the amount reportedly about to be spent by Fergie? More useful and honest statements come from my arse! And MU19 I think is a bitter blue. Nonsense.
SIR ALEX!!! i think its a gud idea 2 bring in MOURA, but sneijder is more guda than this young star….
Yeah I agree with Rich his ability is clear and utd haven’t had any real flair or excitement since ronaldo left. We don’t want it to be another ronaldinho story.
Man u should go back 2 modric, i think he is the one to rebuild united midfield becouse he have been playing in the premier leaque and he knows there skill.
Dont luk like it gonna happen. Glazers need another ivory back scratcher and couple o new suits, so that shud account for the extra 3-4 mill we need to snatch him up. Thanks Glazer family for all the hard work and money youve plunged into our great club.