Ghanaian midfielder Bernard Mensah has revealed that Manchester United are trying to get a deal done for him this summer.

Schooled at Portuguese outfit Vitoria Guimaraes, the Ghanaian broke into the senior team this season and has established himself as one of the mainstays of Rui Vitoria’s side.




A versatile operator, who can play both in an advanced and deeper role in midfield, the 20-year-old has caught the imagination of some of the top clubs across Europe with his assured performance in the Portuguese top flight this season.

Manchester United are one of the clubs who have been keenly following his progress in Portugal and have regularly sent scouts to watch him in action.
 


However, Mensah has claimed that Manchester United have already stepped up on their interest in him and are negotiating a deal with Vitoria Guimaraes.

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Speaking to Ghanaian site Allsports.com, the midfielder said: “It is true Manchester United want me.

“I have not spoken to anyone at Manchester United but I know they are negotiating with my club.”

Mensah has made only 33 first team appearances for Vitoria Guimaraes and has a contract until 2018 with the club.

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