Manchester United Joins Real Madrid in Pursuit of Real Betis Wonderkid
Rising Star Assane Diao Attracting European Heavyweights, Including Manchester United
Spanish football has witnessed the emergence of an exciting talent in recent weeks, and his name is Assane Diao. At just 18 years old, Diao made his debut for the first team in September and has since made a significant impact, scoring in three consecutive matches against Granada, Valencia, and Sparta Prague.
Unsurprisingly, Diao’s stellar performances have piqued the interest of potential suitors. While previous reports connected Real Madrid to the Spanish youth international, a new European heavyweight has entered the race.
Fichajes reports that Manchester United is showing a keen interest in Diao, considering him an excellent addition to Erik Ten Hag’s squad as a wing option. The Premier League giants have faced challenges in this area throughout the season, with players like Antony and Marcus Rashford falling short in recent weeks.
Notably, Diao’s release clause at Real Betis stands at just €30 million, an enticing figure for both Manchester United and Real Madrid. However, it’s expected that Real Betis will seek to secure a new deal with Diao in the coming weeks, potentially increasing that release clause to protect their rising star.
