Manchester United interested in signing 20-year-old star viewed as a long-term replacement for Bruno Fernandes: Reports

Southampton FC v Manchester United FC - Premier League - Source: Getty
Southampton FC v Manchester United FC - Premier League - Source: Getty

Manchester United have shown an interest in signing Israeli youngster Oscar Gloukh as a long-term replacement for captain Bruno Fernandes. The RB Salzburg midfielder is widely viewed as one of the finest prospects in his position, attracting interest from around Europe.

Red Devils captain Fernandes has been linked with a move away from Old Trafford in recent months, and had interest from Saudi Arabia this summer. The Portuguese midfielder, 29, signed a new contract with the Premier League side, but the club is planning for life after him.

Erik ten Hag's side are keeping tabs on the 20-year-old Gloukh ahead of a potential attempt to sign him, as per Fussball News. Like Bruno Fernandes, the attacking midfielder has shown that he is capable of scoring and creating goals with his Austrian side.

Gloukh joined Salzburg from Maccabi Tel Aviv but came close to signing with Borussia Dortmund, instead. The Israel international has also had interest from Barcelona and a host of Premier League sides since arriving in Austria, as well.

Oscar Gloukh has been impressive in the Austrian top-flight, with 14 goals and 23 assists to his name in 65 appearances for Salzburg. This season, the youngster has already contributed three goals and three assists in only eight appearances, as well.

Manchester United sees Gloukh as a player with the technical qualities to perform in the Premier League, as they did with Fernandes. Particularly with the struggles of Mason Mount to provide cover for Fernandes, the Red Devils may opt to sign Gloukh in January or next summer.

Manchester United join race for Atalanta star - Reports

Manchester United have entered into the race to sign Atalanta midfielder Ederson, joining the likes of Newcastle United and Barcelona in the hunt. The Brazilian midfielder has emerged as an impressive talent in the middle of the park for the Serie A side, resulting in interest from around Europe.

Erik ten Hag's side are looking to build a spine of young players and replace the ageing ones in midfield, and they signed Manuel Ugarte this summer. With the duo of Casemiro and Christian Eriksen still to potentially leave the club, Ederson has emerged as a possible replacement.

Fichajes reports the interest of the Red Devils in the all-action midfielder, who at 25, is about to enter into the peak of his powers. A move to the Premier League will appeal greatly to him, and he may be interested in joining the Red Devils.

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Edited by Sudeshna Banerjee