Manchester United set to go toe-to-toe with rivals Manchester City for former Barcelona prodigy | OneFootball

Manchester United are reportedly ready to battle Manchester City for the services of former Barcelona prodigy Francisco Trincao.

A Bola claims the two clubs hold the 25-year-old in high regard and are looking to seal a move for him this summer.

United manager Ruben Amorim knows Trincao well, having signed him for Sporting CP in 2022.

Amorim is desperate to reinforce his squad and is ready to raid his former club for Trincao.

Since taking over as manager in November last year, the 40-year-old has won just 10 of his 24 matches in charge.

The Red Devils were knocked out of the FA Cup yesterday after a penalty-shootout loss to Fulham.

They will have to fend off competition from City for Trincao, who are also keen on the forward.

The Citizens have been underwhelming this season and are expected to be active in the summer transfer window.

They want to bolster their attack and view Trincao as a quality option. He has bagged nine goals and 13 assists in 40 appearances across all competitions this season.

The winger has a contract at the Estadio Jos Alvalade and reportedly has an €80 million release clause in his deal.

Barcelona have retained 50 percent of his rights.