Manchester United eye up starlet, but Vasco set £70m release clause | OneFootball

The forward Rayan, one of Vasco da Gama's recent standout revelations, continues to attract attention from European football. According to journalist Eduardo Burgos, from Diario AS, Manchester United is another club closely monitoring the situation of the 19-year-old.

The interest from the Red Devils adds to that of other teams on the continent, who have been following the player's progress since the last edition of the Brazilian Championship. Internally, Rayan is well-regarded by the English club, which does not rule out a future bid, especially focusing on the 2026 season.

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© Getty Images – Manchester United will have to pay R$ 510 million to acquire Rayan. (Photo: Wagner Meier/Getty Images)

Vasco adopts a firm stance in the market

Despite the interest, Vasco maintains a strict position regarding a possible negotiation. According to reports, the board has already made it clear that they will only consider discussions upon payment of the release clause, set at 70 million pounds — about R$ 510 million at the current exchange rate.

If the value is maintained, Rayan would become the biggest sale in the history of the club. However, the asking price is considered very high in European football circles and may cool any advances from Manchester United in the short term.

History of offers and appreciation plan

Throughout the last season, Vasco received several offers for the forward but chose to renew his contract, betting on greater technical and financial appreciation. Zenit, from Russia, even formalized a proposal, which did not progress due to a lack of interest from the player and the club.

Rayan, on the other hand, aims to play in one of Europe's top leagues and sees the Premier League as an attractive destination for the continuation of his career. Still, the current scenario indicates that a move will only happen with an offer considered irresistible.

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Rayan in action for Vasco da Gama. Photo: Wagner Meier/Getty Images.

Numbers reinforce the status of a gem

With a contract valid until December 2028, Rayan ended the last season with impressive numbers: 57 matches played, 20 goals scored, and one assist, totaling 21 direct goal contributions. The performance solidified the forward as one of the biggest promises in Brazilian football and explains the strong international interest.

Meanwhile, Vasco remains attentive to the market, aware of the sporting and financial potential of their gem, and willing to keep the player in the squad if the asking price is not met.

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