Chelsea 'will rival Manchester United for Argentine teenager'

Manchester United would face strong competition from Chelsea in their quest to sign promising Argentinian talent Aaron Anselmino in the next transfer window.

The 19 year old Boca Juniors This prospect is believed to be considered an ideal successor initially Raphaël Varanewho will leave Old Trafford after a four-year tenure following the FA Cup final.

Johnny EvansUnited's contract renewal remains unresolved, intensifying speculation over a summer departure for the 36-year-old defender, while Harry MaguireThe future of the club is still far from certain.

In addition, Lisandro Martinez spent the majority of the season on the bench due to injury, further increasing the apparent need for more depth at center back.

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Man United 'willing to do anything' to sign Anselmino this summer

According to an Argentinian media Planet BJMan United have been tracking Anselmino since January but are expected to do battle with Chelsea, who have joined the race for the teenager's signature.

Chelsea are no strangers to the arrival of South American talent, having notably signed the Argentine midfielder. Enzo Fernández and Ecuador international Moses Caicedo last summer.

The report adds that Anselmino has a £21million release clause in his contract and suggests United are “willing to do anything” to sign the teenager from Boca Juniors.

Anselmino is currently out of action due to injury for a month, but that hasn't stopped interest in him, with AC Milan He is also believed to be keeping an eye on the youngster.

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Anselmino is considered one of South America's brightest talents

The 19-year-old centre-back has established himself as one of his native country's best young defensive prospects over the past 12 months after joining the Blue and Gold from Juventud Unida.

He spent much of the season on the bench for the Liga Profesional side, but scored the team's only goal in their 1-0 win over Trinidense in the Copa Sudamericana last month.

Man Utd have been linked with the moves of several defenders in recent weeks, including the Everton star Jarrad Branthwaitewho is considered to be Mr. Jim Ratcliffethe main target of the central defender of .

The Toffees value Branthwaite at around £80 million and although they would prefer to keep him for next season, the club may be forced to sell for the right price due to their financial problems.

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