Manchester United are reportedly interested in signing Rafael Santos Borre on a Bosman deal in the summer transfer window.
According to a report by Spanish outlet El Gol Digital, Rafael Santos Borre is the subject of interest from Manchester United over a move in the summer transfer window. The 25-year-old Colombian striker is set to leave River Plate as a free agent ahead of the 2021/22 season.
Rafael Santos Borre has progressed considerably since returning to South America from Europe by joining River Plate from Atletico Madrid in the summer of 2017. Over the last four years, the 25-year-old has amassed 138 appearances, scoring 53 goals while providing 18 assists.
However, the Colombian international is facing an uncertain future with River Plate, with his current deal running out this coming summer. And, the fact that he will not cost a penny means Borre is being courted by a number of top clubs across Europe, including Manchester United.
Manchester United are believed to be in the market for a striker, seeing as Edinson Cavani has been tipped to depart Old Trafford after just one season to return to South America. In addition, there are question marks surrounding the future of Anthony Martial as well, it is understandable why the Red Devils would want to sign a striker, with Andrea Belotti one of their targets.
In addition, Alassane Plea has also emerged as one of the options on their radar, but Rafael Santos Borre could also be a striker worth considering. With the 25-year-old starting to develop quite well in recent year, Manchester United could enjoy the best years of his career.
Apart from the Premier League giants, Valencia are also keen on signing the South American forward, while Gremio and Palmeiras are hot on his trails as well. However, it is suggested that it is Manchester United who seem to be the favourites to sign Borre, as they are expected to present an alluring offer to him.
If the other suitors indeed fail to match such an offer, Borre could well be on his way to Old Trafford when the summer transfer window. Having said that, it remains to be seen if Manchester United do swoop him away ahead of the 2021/22 season, or if some other club manages to land him.
