Manchester United has academy talent as transfer backup

Manchester United recently faced a setback in their attempts to sign Geovany Quenda from Sporting. Chelsea has moved in and secured the player, which has disappointed United fans. However, the club has a promising alternative in their youth team: Bendito Mantato. Mantato is a 17-year-old who joined Manchester United's academy at the age of nine. He has impressed in the under-18s and has also played for England's U15, U16, and U17 teams. He is known for his speed and dribbling skills, similar to those of Quenda. Although he began his career as a full-back, he is now transitioning to play on the right wing. While Mantato lacks the senior experience that Quenda would bring, his strong work ethic aligns well with the coaching style of Ruben Amorim. This means he could become a valuable asset for the team without the need for a costly transfer. By focusing on developing Mantato, Manchester United could save money that might have gone toward signing another player. They were previously interested in Braga’s Roger Fernandes, who comes with a hefty £33 million price tag. This makes it more sensible for United to invest in their talented academy player instead.