Manchester United are not having the best of their time this season. With 7 wins and 5 losses in 12 matches, the Red Devils currently sit at the 6th place. Moreover, they’ve lost back to back home games to Manchester City and Newcastle United. Manager Erik Ten Hag needs to make changes to the team in order to get better results. As per the reports, Manchester United are eyeing Benfica midfielder Joao Neves.
The 19 year old Portuguese international is a versatile player. He also plays as a winger sometimes. But defensive mid is his strong area. Moreover, as the rumors have it, Casemiro is regretting his decision of joining Man United. Arrival of Joao Neves would be a perfect replacement for the Brazilian given the fact that Neves is young. Furthermore, being young will allow him to have a lot of room for improvement and he can take risks as well.
Moreover, reports have emerged out stating that Manchester United are constantly monitoring the young midfielder’s performance. In addition to that, as per the reports, The representatives from Old Trafford went to witness the Lisbon derby where Joao Neves was the star.
Manchester United are eyeing something special.
According to manutdnews, Joao Neves has had a wonderful last year at Benfica. He is currently amongst the most talked about young midfielders in Europe. Having a passing accuracy rate of 91 percent, he can break lines to make chances in the final third.
Moreover, Neves has committed 2.4 tackles per games. In addition to that, the youngster has been averaging a 7.3 duels won per game at Portugal. Besides that, he’s got a successful dribble completion rate of 71 percent. Joao Neves has the calibre to become a world class defensive midfielder. Manchester United should sign him as soon as possible before any other competition arrives to sign the player.
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