Carlos Tevez could be key in the Manchester race for Velez Sarsfield midfielder Thiago Almada.

The Sun says United are interested in Almada, but the playmaker is more interested in City because of Tevez.

The Argentine is believed to be a huge fan of the forward and is keen to follow in his footsteps in representing the Blues.

Velez are believed to want £15million for their prized asset.

And there's now an expectation that Almada will leave for Europe this summer.