Manchester United are once again looking to South America for fresh talent.
The club have ramped up efforts to scout emerging players from the contingent, eager to tap into the wealth of potential.
South America have produced some of the world’s best footballers.
An area United have failed to capitalise on in recent years.
That trend could be about to change.
United have already signed Paraguayan wonderkid Diego Leon from Cerro Porteno.
Scouts remain active and have identified another exciting talent who could fit into the club’s future plans.
However, United face a battle from Premier League rivals in pursuing his signature.
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United and Brentford are facing growing competition from Bologna for the signature of Velez Sarsfield’s highly-rated midfielder Christian Ordonez.
Gazzetta dello Sport’s newspaper reports that the 20-year-old has attracted significant interest across Europe, with Bologna now in advanced discussions to secure his transfer.
Ordonez, an Argentina U20 international, has a £8.3 million release clause in his contract.
Bologna are exploring a structured deal with deferred payments to finalise the move.
United and Brentford are closely monitoring the situation.
Red Devils’ interest in Ordonez was reported before the turn of the new year.
Bologna are confident that their existing relationship with Velez, having signed Santiago Castro in 2024.
This therefore puts them at an edge of tying up the deal.
River Plate have also registered interest, but Bologna’s proactive approach could see them steal a march on their Premier League rivals.
Ordonez is primarily a central midfielder but is capable of operating as a defensive anchor.
This makes him an attractive prospect for clubs looking to bolster their options in the middle of the park.
With Bologna pressing ahead to arrange a meeting with Velez, United and Brentford may need to act swiftly if they hope to land the talented youngster.
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