Man United set sights on Bayern Munich wonderkid Maycon Cardozo | OneFootball

Manchester United are reportedly keeping tabs on Bayern Munich prodigy Maycon Cardozo, but there is a significant hurdle to overcome.

Cardozo’s rise

Born in São Paulo, Cardozo spent the majority of his childhood in Thailand. It was in the Asian country that he took his first steps in professional football.

Cardozo came through the ranks in the STB Sports Thai Bavaria Academy, earning himself a move to Bayern’s international U18 side, the Global Academy.

His impressive rise continued as he soon moved up to the associated U19 World Squad project. A right-footed winger comfortable on either flank, Cardozo earned a trial with Bayern’s Under-17s, which led to a professional contract with the club.

The 17-year-old made his Bundesliga debut when he came on in the 74th minute of Bayern’s home meeting with Borussia Mönchengladbach. He was brought on again in the dying embers of Bayern’s 4-0 victory over Union Berlin.

According to TEAMtalk, United scouts have been “blown away” by Cardozo, but chances of signing him are slim because of the contract he recently signed, giving Bayern strong control over his future.

Eyeing move

TEAMtalk write, “Manchester United scouts have identified highly-rated Maycon Cardozo as a talent they are keen to pursue.”

“Bayern are not alone in their admiration. We understand that Manchester United have been tracking Cardozo closely, with club scouts increasingly impressed by his technical ability, versatility and rapid progression.”

“While Bayern remain confident they have secured one of the game’s brightest young prospects, United’s interest underlines the growing reputation of Cardozo as one of Europe’s most exciting emerging attackers.”

TEAMtalk note that although Cardozo’s new contract represents a complicating factor for the Red Devils, their ongoing interest could lead to further developments in the situation.

The Brazilian has plundered six goals and five assists for Bayern across all competitions this term.

United return to action on 13 April when they welcome Leeds United to Old Trafford.

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