Manchester United 'interested in signing highly-rated Metz midfielder Pape Sarr but face stiff competition from a host of top European clubs' as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer looks to bolster his side in bid to bridge the gap to rivals City
* The 18-year-old star has been described as a dynamic box-to-box midfielder
* Pape Sarr made his debut for Senegal's national team against Congo last month
* Sarr signed a five-year deal in 2020 but Metz face a struggle to keep him
* Manchester United also linked with a move for Real Madrid's Raphael Varane
Manchester United are reportedly keen on signing highly rated Metz midfielder Pape Sarr.
The 18-year-old won his first cap for Senegal in an African Cup of Nations qualifier against Congo last month, with the call up coming only four months after he made his league debut for Metz.
According to The Sun, Sarr has been scouted regularly by a host of top European clubs - including United, who are leading the way for his signature.
Reports in France earlier this month indicated that Nice sporting director Julien Fournier was also interested in signing Sarr.
However, it is believed that the box-to-box midfielder favours a move to a bigger club.
Metz coach Frederic Antonetti played his cards close to his chest when asked about Sarr's future last weekend.
'We already have a lot of players who are in demand for the future.' Said Antonetti.
Manchester United reportedly want to sign Metz's Senegal international midfielder Pape Sarr. Red Devils boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer could be set for a busy transfer window this summer. A host of top clubs around Europe are said to be circling for the teenage box-to-box midfielder
Sarr signed a five-year-deal with Metz last year but they now face a struggle to keep hold of one of their prized assets.
The talented youngster has scored twice for Metz this season from a total of 18 appearances.
It could be a busy summer in the transfer market for Manchester United - they are also said to be interested in signing Real Madrid defender Raphael Varane and Eintracht Frankfurt striker Andre Silva.
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