Manchester United are being touted as the favourites to sign Thiago Almada from Velez Sarsfield.

The winger is emerging as one of the most promising talents in South America.

He has nine goals in 43 games in Argentine football since 2018.

And according to Todo Fichajes, United are in an ideal position to sign the player, and could even make the move in January.

Teams who have been linked to Almada include Leeds United, Arsenal and other clubs around Europe.

The report suggests United are in advanced negotiations with Velez Sarsfield to sign Almada, who may arrive at United for around €20 million.