Man Utd ‘convinced’ about signing latest Benfica wonderkid Joao Neves, 19, dubbed ‘the next Bruno Fernandes’

MANCHESTER UNITED have upped their interest in Benfica wonderkid Joao Neves, according to reports.

The Red Devils have held an interest in Neves, 19, since June.

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They have closely followed his performances this season by sending scouts to watch several Benfica games.

And according to Portuguese outlet Record, they are now “fully convinced” about the midfielder.

Neves began training with the Benfica first team in January following the departure of Enzo Fernandez.

He has since made 38 senior appearances across all competitions.

The teenager has impressed fans since breaking into the first team, with some even calling him the “next Bruno Fernandes“.

Neves made his international debut for Portugal alongside the Man Utd captain last month in a Euro 2024 qualifier against Bosnia and Herzegovina.

Fernandes is understood to be a huge admirer of him.

While Man Utd hold a strong interest in Neves, Juventus are also keen on signing him.

However, Benfica are “in no rush to sell” and the player is “in no rush to leave” amid rumours of a transfer.

Neves recently signed a new deal with Benfica which runs through to 2028 and has a release clause of £103 million.