Neves tipped to ‘flourish’ at Man United after he breaks transfer silence – pundit
Ruben Neves could “flourish” if he seals a move to Man United, according to Noel Whelan.
The former Leeds striker, speaking exclusively to Football Insider, insisted the 24-year-old has been a “real standout” for current club Wolves.
In response to rumours swirling about a potential Old Trafford switch, Neves told Record on 27 December (via Sport Witness) that “the future will be seen soon”.
The midfielder claimed his “focus” is with Wolves, insisting he is “very happy” at the Midlands club.
Whelan suggested that the Portugal international has earned a move to a club like Man United.
“He’s a player who has been a real standout for Wolves,” he told Football Insider‘s Ewan Kingsbury.
“He’s got creativity, scores goals, set-piece taker, works hard off the ball, exciting on the ball – I think he would flourish at Man United.
“In the time he’s been in England and the Premier League, he’s really earned that big move. He’s one of three or four who have been so pivotal to Wolves’ success since they got promoted.
“He commands that respect, and you can definitely see why he’s a wanted man by clubs like Man United.”
The Red Devils are seven points adrift of the top four in England’s top flight following a disappointing 1-1 draw against Newcastle yesterday.
Neves has scored 12 goals across 126 Premier League games for Wolves.
The midfielder signed for the club from Porto for a reported £15.8million, a then-record Championship fee.
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