Manchester United prepare €40 million bid for 16-year-old Barcelona target

Manchester United prepare €40 million bid for 16-year-old Barcelona target

Eduardo Conceicao is regarded as the next big thing coming out of Brazilian football, following his recent breakthrough at Palmeiras as well as his displays for Brazil at the U-17 South American Championship.

Given his unlimited potential, a number of top European clubs, including FC Barcelona, have already shown an interest in acquiring his services once he turns 18 years old.

Indeed, it is understood that there has been contact from the Blaugrana with the Brazilian club to communicate their interest in the teenage prodigy.

Meanwhile, Premier League heavyweights Manchester City have also made their move, lodging an offer for the South American gem.

Manchester United enter the race

Complicating matters further for Barcelona, Manchester United have also entered the race for Eduardo Conceicao and are preparing an offer, reports the Daily Mail.

Indeed, the Red Devils have already made contact with Palmeiras and are now working on tabling a formal offer worth €40 million.

Barcelona and Manchester City also remain very much in the fray and are in advanced stages of talks as competition continues to heat up for the Palmeiras sensation.