According to reports on ESPN FC, West Ham United starlet Domingos Quina is a target for Manchester United after the Red Devils scouted him on international duty for the Portugal U19s.

What's the word, then?

Well, ESPN FC says that the Red Devils have reignited their interest in the 17-year-old, who they tried to sign before he joined the Irons in 2016.

ESPN FC says United scouts watched the attacking midfielder score for his country against Spain this week, and they are ready to make a move for the teenager who is rated as one of the brightest young prospects in European football.

The report adds that Quina’s future with the east London outfit could be in doubt as he is yet to commit to a long-term deal with his current contract due to expire in 2019, although discussions between the two parties have begun over extending that.

How has Quina done this season?

Despite how highly-rated he is and the fact that West Ham have been struggling in the Premier League, the 17-year-old's only first team appearances this term have come as late substitute appearances in the Carabao Cup.

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The Portugal U19 international played a total of 15 minutes in those outings but the Irons' poor performances in the English top flight could mean that new boss David Moyes is unwilling to risk using any of his younger players.

Why do Manchester United want him?

Considering he was born in Guinea, is a similar height to and plays in the same position as new Liverpool star Naby Keita, there are plenty of comparisons to be made between the two.

With the 22-year-old costing the Reds £48m following a hugely impressive season with RB Leipzig, the race to find a player with the same attributes for a low price will be fierce and it is no surprise that the Red Devils are keeping such a keen eye on Quina.

What's the verdict, then?

Well, unless Quina gets a real first-team opportunity with West Ham soon he may consider not extending his current deal and moving on, and the interest from a club like Manchester United may be too hard for the young Portuguese starlet to reject.