Manchester United and Chelsea amongst clubs keen on Brazilian starlet

Manchester United and Chelsea are among the clubs showing interest in Brazilian forward Vitor Roque, according to TEAMTALK. The 23-year-old striker, who played for Barcelona and Palmeiras, has impressed with 29 goals and eight assists in his time at Palmeiras. Interest in Roque has grown as Manchester United grapples with its domestic form, with the club having recently come under scrutiny for its lack of bite, fluency, and conviction in front of goal.

Roque's agent, Andre Cury, says there are many clubs in Europe interested in the player. However, any potential deal would likely cost at least €50 million (£42 million), which would require conviction from United. Interest in Roque could reflect a broader search for a solution to the club's striking issues, which include injuries to key players and a need for a reliable, long-term option.

While options such as Benjamin Sesko, Dominic Calvert-Lewin, Jean-Philippe Mateta, and Folarin Balogun have also been mentioned, Roque appears to be the most promising candidate for a long-term plan, given his age, potential, and recent form. Manchester United's decision on whether to pursue Roque or another option will likely define the next step in their recruitment strategy.