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Manchester United are reportedly facing competition from Tottenham Hotspur for the signing of Boca Juniors forward Kevin Zenon.
TBR Football reports that United Boca are “expecting to lose” Zenon in January – a state of affairs that could open the door to a potential swoop from United.
The news outlet further reveals, “We understand that the likes of Napoli, Atalanta, Lyon, Sporting Lisbon and Atletico Madrid are amongst those who are keen on Zenon.”
“There is English interest – we can confirm from sources that Liverpool, Newcastle, Tottenham, Man United, Fulham and Everton have all watched Zenon in the last six months.”
It’s understood that if the Red Devils successfully manage to get a deal for Zenon over the line, he would be competing with Alejandro Garnacho and Marcus Rashford for a starting berth under Erik ten Hag.
Zenon is thought to have a £13m release clause in his contract, which is a relatively modest fee nowadays.
It’s easy to see why United, Spurs and other top clubs in Europe retain an interest in Zenon. The 23-year-old has already cemented his status as one of the most important figures at Boca.
This season, he has registered 11 goals involvements across 38 appearances.
According to Fbref, the left-footed wizard ranks in the top one per cent for progressive carries per 90 in Liga Profesional Argentina, highlighting his attacking threat.
Further, he ranks in the top four per cent for progressive passes received, which demonstrates his terrific movement during attacking phases of play.
For the low price tag, Zenon is an attractive, low-risk option. The Argentine also represents the profile of players Sir Jim Ratcliffe and INEOS are believed to be keen on luring to Old Trafford – young, hungry and relatively unknown gems that can then be nurtured to potentially become superstars.
United already have a success story from Argentina in Garnacho, who has now firmly established himself as one of the first names on the team sheet. Zenon could well follow in his compatriot’s footsteps.
Ten Hag’s men return to action on Thursday when they face Jose Mourinho’s Fenerbahce in the Europa League.
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