Manchester United staff member noticed spectating a potential €65m Brazilian prodigy, as per a report
Manchester United Eyeing Potential Move for Brazilian Talent Ricardo Mathias
Manchester United is keeping a close eye on Ricardo Mathias, a 19-year-old forward from Internacional in Brazil, who is valued at €4 million by Transfermarkt but has a release clause of around £56 million (€65 million).
The Red Devils have sent their scouts, including former Fluminense and Vasco da Gama player Alexandre Torres, to watch Mathias play, most recently in a Copa do Brasil match against Fluminense [1][2][3][4][5].
Although Manchester United is not pursuing an immediate transfer this summer, they are staying informed on any developments. The club's transfer policy, influenced by minority shareholder Sir Jim Ratcliffe, focuses on acquiring outstanding young talent, and Mathias fits this profile [1][4].
Preliminary talks between Manchester United and Mathias's agent are scheduled soon, with potential discussions around a deal worth around £38 million, which is significantly lower than his release clause but might reflect a negotiation starting point [2].
The interest in Mathias is part of Manchester United's long-term strategy, as demonstrated by their recent signings of Matheus Cunha, Bryan Mbeumo, and Benjamin Sesko. These signings indicate where the club wants to be in two or three years [6].
Meanwhile, Mathias has been impressing several European teams this season. He has scored three goals in the 2025 Serie A, including a brace in his last appearance against Red Bull Bragantino. PSV Eindhoven, two Brazilian investment groups, and an unnamed Premier League side have also shown interest in signing the young forward [7].
Manchester United's scouting extends beyond Europe, as demonstrated by their latest scouting venture. If a deal for Mathias can be struck, it would add to the club's impressive transfer moves this summer, despite not being in any European competition [8].
In summary, Manchester United's interest in Ricardo Mathias is serious and ongoing, with scouting and preliminary talks underway, but no confirmed transfer has been made as of mid-August 2025. The club appears to be taking a cautious, long-term approach given the player's potential and high valuation [1][2][4].
[1] Globo Esporte [2] The Athletic [3] Manchesters Evening News [4] Sky Sports [5] The Guardian [6] BBC Sport [7] ESPN FC [8] Daily Mail
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