Manchester United to battle Juventus, Real Madrid for Sporting Lisbon youngster?

Manchester United have reportedly identified Sporting Lisbon youngster Nuno Mendes as a potential transfer target.

Despite being just 18 years of age, Mendes has already established himself in the Sporting first team, making a total of 10 starts this season.

However, the emergence of the left-sided player has inevitably led to interest from elsewhere, including from Real Madrid and Juventus.

According to O Jogo, United are also weighing up a big-money approach for the teenager in 2021.

The Premier League giants have a history of doing business with their Portuguese counterparts, having previously signed Cristiano Ronaldo, Nani and Bruno Fernandes.

After recently penning a five-year contract, Mendes is valued in the region of £40m.