A Manchester United player who is also an international teammate to the target has affirmed that a defender valued at €100 million is signing for Manchester United in the next transfer window.
Benfica's 20-year-old defender, Antonio Silva, is reportedly a prime target for Manchester United in the upcoming season, with the potential cost reaching €100 million.
Benfica’s 20-year-old defender, Antonio Silva, is reportedly a prime target for Manchester United in the upcoming season, with the potential cost reaching €100 million.
Whether Manchester United will activate his significant release clause remains to be seen, as the Portuguese club has no urgency to sell, given Silva’s contract until 2027.
Recognized as one of Europe’s promising young defenders, Silva could serve as a valuable long-term investment for Manchester United, addressing their defensive needs and potentially succeeding players like Varane and Maguire, who have faced transfer speculations.
❗️🆕 X News António #Silva: The 20 y/o central defender from SL Benfica is the absolutely top target for ManUtd for summer 2024!
➡️ #MUFC already keen on contract details and the plans of the top talent
➡️ €100m release clause next year!Benfica expect him to leave the… pic.twitter.com/Nj3qwxdEMR
— Florian Plettenberg (@Plettigoal) November 27, 2023
Having demonstrated his skills in the Portuguese league, Silva is likely to aspire to progress in his career.
A move to a prestigious club like Manchester United could be enticing for him, and the success of such a deal hinges on the Red Devils securing Champions League qualification, a factor crucial in attracting top-tier young talents like Silva.
