Chilean midfielder Alexis Sanchez is being strongly linked with a move to the Premier League, and long time admirers Manchester United are said to be heading the queue.
The 21 year old Udinese winger, who has a skilful and eye-catching style of play, has been tracked for some time by Sir Alex Ferguson and can play anywhere across the midfield or in a more advanced position.
Sanchez’s representative, Fabrizio Larini, believes that his player is well equipped to deal with the style of football in England: "The Premier League would be a good destination for Alexis as he is young, strong and very fast, something very important for being able to have success in that league.”
"Manchester United has been following the performances of Alexis since some time ago and it could be a possibility in the future."
Despite his age, Sanchez has over 150 club appearances to his name during his career in South America and Europe and since making his international debut in 2006 against New Zealand, Sanchez has hit an exemplary 12 goals in 33 games.
Described as ‘the next Cristiano Ronaldo’, Sanchez was named among the ’50 Most Exciting Teenagers in the World Game’ in 2007 by World Football magazine.
Manchester United already have a wealth of tricky wingers in Antonio Valencia, Nani and Anderson, so the arrival of Sanchez could signal the departure of one of the aforementioned players.
Watch the video below to see some Alexis Sanchez highlights...
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