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Joao Neves: Man Utd prepare for transfer fight with Liverpool and Chelsea among clubs also interested in €120m-rated Benfica star

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Manchester United are set to battle Premier League rivals Liverpool and Chelsea for Benfica's Joao Neves.

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  • Neves in demand after impressing with Benfica
  • Liverpool join Man Utd and Chelsea in transfer race
  • But Benfica want huge fee for teenager

  • WHAT HAPPENED?

    Liverpool have joined Manchester United in the race for Neves ahead of the summer transfer window, according to O Jogo (viaSport Witness). The Red Devils have been linked with the Benfica star for some time now, while Chelsea are also said to be keen on the 19-year-old. Yet his price tag may prove problematic for all three sides, with Neves thought to have a release clause set at €120 million (£102m/£130m).

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    THE BIGGER PICTURE

    Neves has refused to commit his future to Benfica, prompting further speculation he could be on the move in the summer. However, Benfica are keen to keep hold of the youngster and reportedly want to increase his release clause to €150m (£128m/$162m).

  • DID YOU KNOW?

    The 19-year-old has featured 27 times in the Portuguese top flight this season, notching three goals and two assists.

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    WHAT NEXT

    An intriguing summer awaits for all three Premier League clubs, particularly with Liverpool set to wave goodbye to Jurgen Klopp and uncertainty surrounding the futures of Erik ten Hag and Mauricio Pochettino due to underwhelming campaigns. All three clubs may be in the market for fresh talent, and Neves is clearly viewed as one of the hottest prospects around right now.