Manchester United accelerates pursuit of wonderkid Belinho
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 10:10 AM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
Manchester United has intensified its pursuit of 17-year-old Rafael Gomes Cirinho, known as Belinho. The left-footed attacking midfielder is considered one of the top prospects in Europe, attracting interest from elite clubs including Arsenal and FC Barcelona. United has made contact to express their interest, though they may face stiff competition from Barcelona, which has already held talks with the player. Regulations will prevent Belinho's transfer until January 2027, when he turns 18. Reports suggest that United will need to pay more than €10 million to secure his signature.
- •Belinho is a 17-year-old talent from Rio de Janeiro.
- •United is competing with Arsenal and Barcelona for his signature.
- •Transfer regulations will delay any deal until 2027.
- •His transfer fee is expected to exceed €10 million.
- •Belinho's playstyle includes fearless dribbling and quick acceleration.
- 10:50 AMYahoo Sports — Manchester United among the clubs seeking a move for Belinho
- 10:10 AMYahoo Sports — Belinho: Man United accelerate pursuit of the “next Neymar”
"Manchester United are among a host of European giants preparing for a transfer battle over teenage prodigy Rafael Belinho. The 17-year-old attacking midfielder has drawn comparisons to Neymar thanks t...
"Manchester United are ramping up their pursuit of Belinho after making contact with the 17-year-old wonderkid, according to a new report.The Next NeymarRafael Gomes Cirinho, known as Belinho, has emer...
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 2, 2026, 10:50 AMManchester United among the clubs seeking a move for Belinho
Manchester United are among a host of European giants preparing for a transfer battle over teenage prodigy Rafael Belinho. The 17-year-old attacking midfielder has drawn comparisons to Neymar thanks t...
- Yahoo SportsJun 2, 2026, 10:10 AMBelinho: Man United accelerate pursuit of the “next Neymar”
Manchester United are ramping up their pursuit of Belinho after making contact with the 17-year-old wonderkid, according to a new report.The Next NeymarRafael Gomes Cirinho, known as Belinho, has emer...
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