According to The Sun, Manchester United are at the head of the queue for Watford attacker Richarlison as they look to sign the Brazilian in this summer’s transfer window.
What’s the story?
Richarlison only joined Watford from Fluminense in last summer’s transfer window, but it is thought that the Hornets will struggle to keep hold of the attacker due to his impressive form.
The 20-year-old has managed five goals and five assists in 34 Premier League appearances during the 2017-18 campaign.
A number of clubs – including Tottenham Hotspur and Everton – have been linked with a swoop for the versatile forward, but according to The Sun, United want to bring the Brazilian to Old Trafford ahead of the 2018-19 campaign.
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Watford will fight to keep hold of Richarlison due to his excellent form this term, but it would be a surprise if the Hornets managed to hold off the list of clubs which is growing each week.
Should United move for Richarlison?
Talk of a move for the Brazilian again raises question marks over the futures of Anthony Martial and Marcus Rashford at the Theatre of Dreams.
Both players have been linked with moves away from United, but the pair showed on Wednesday night against Bournemouth that they deserve regular minutes under Jose Mourinho.
It would be an absolute disaster if either Martial or Rashford were sold this summer, but there is no reason why Richarlison could not join the pair at Old Trafford.
Indeed, Mourinho will want to compete for all four trophies next season, and at the age of 20, Richarlison would see enough football to continue his development.
There is no question that the Watford attacker is a brilliant talent, and he could thrive at United if given the chance, but his signing must not come at the expense of Martial or Rashford, who will both be hoping for FA Cup semi-final starting spots this weekend.
