Thiago Almada’s Premier League links. The 19-year-old Velez Sarsfield star has netted four goals in Argentina's top division this campaign. News Corp is a network of leading companies in the worlds of diversified media, news, education, and information services.MANCHESTER UNITED target Thiago Almada has dealt the club a blow by revealing that he is keen on a move to Leeds.The Argentine playmaker, dubbed the new Lionel Messi, has been attracting the attention of Europe’s football giants.The 19-year-old Velez Sarsfield star has netted four goals in Argentina's top division this campaign.The teenager is also reported to be a top summer target for both United and Arsenal.But Leeds may have the edge ahead of a busy transfer window after returning to the Premier League.Boss Marcelo Bielsa has been linked with a host of Argentinian talents, with I would like Bielsa to coach me. United’s return to the Premier League has sparked a frenzy of transfer speculation. Whether it happens or not, we have to seeThe wonderkid has since been asked about the rumours and admitted he would love to play under his compatriot at Elland Road.“My friends sent me something about Bielsa, but I am calm. Often described as a number ten, possessing the characteristics to thrive in the space behind a centre forward, Almada has more often than not been utilised in wider roles where his pace and ability to beat defenders in … Velez Sarsfield starlet Thiago Almada has admitted he is interested in playing under Leeds boss Marcelo Bielsa Credit: Getty - Contributor. If he doesn’t comply, I won’t let him leave the house.”Leeds United, meanwhile, are also reported to be pondering a move for Middlesbrough flop The Whites relied heavily on 16-goal Patrick Bamford to earn promotion and are seeking attacking reinforcements.Bamford, who made 45 Championship appearances this season, is unlikely to feature as heavily in the top flight.Apparently, Bielsa is “thinking” of the Girona attacker for next season.Leeds have been linked with an Argentine sensation making waves back home, with the player himself...A member of Velez Sarsfield's board has revealed that he is ready to enter "serious" discussions...Manchester United are already reportedly negotiating a deal to sign impressive young midfielder Thiago Almada this...Manchester United are working behind the scenes on an exciting deal to sign Velez Sarsfield star...
That’s after his Velez teammate Fernando Gago insisted the teenager gave him a transfer promise.“But hey, he’s going to have to stay another year because he already gave me his word. HAVE YOUR SAY IN OUR FORUM The Velez Sarsfield youth has spent the last two seasons impressing in … Thiago Almada is one of the hottest prospects in Argentinian football right now. My friends sent me something about Bielsa, but I am calm. Almada’s has great positional versatility. Whether it happens or not, we have to see.“I don’t watch much soccer, but I saw some Leeds highlights and I saw something similar to what we did in Velez with (Gabriel) Heinze.”Almada is believed to have a £19million release clause in his contract but both Manchester clubs were hoping to negotiate a smaller fee.SunSport previously cited sources in South America that say the teenager was enthusiastic about the possibility of moving to City.Almada is reported to see Carlos Tevez as one of his footballing idols according to claims from his camp.The Velez Sarfield star is believed to have been inspired by Tevez’s spell at City where he scored Rey Mysterio’s son suffers gruesome injury just weeks after dad’s eye was gouged out Paige VanZant shows off bum in pink bikini as UFC star takes holiday dip Man Utd fans convinced Solskjaer was discussing Sancho transfer in training UFC star Ostovich moans 'weight cut starts' as she plans return after ban Meet USPGA champ Morikawa's stunning Wag Katherine Zhu who also caddies for himComments are subject to our community guidelines, which can be viewed Velez Sarsfield starlet Thiago Almada has admitted he is interested in playing under Leeds boss Marcelo BielsaHow Leeds could line up next season, with Ibrahimovic and Cavani in attack plus Quarta and Bravo in defence Leeds United’s hopes of signing Thiago Almada appear to have dwindled after the player stated his wish to stay with Velez Sarsfield. Much is being written about their interest in a new striker, while One area Leeds may also wish to strengthen in is attacking midfield.Pablo Hernandez has shone this campaign, but at 35 years of age, has often had to settle for playing less than 90 minutes per match.One potential option is Argentine superstar-in-the-making “I don’t watch much soccer, but I saw some Leeds highlights and I saw something similar to what we did in Velez with [Gabriel] Heinze.”However, those hopes appear to have now been dashed.