
Manchester United has reportedly sent scouts to watch a player described as “one of the best young talents in world football.” The player, Sverre Halseth Nypan, has also addressed the rumors regarding United’s interest in him.
This scouting activity aligns with the club’s new transfer strategy, which focuses on acquiring younger talents, a shift that followed Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s minority investment in the club. Earlier in the summer, United signed 18-year-old Leny Yoro from Lille for £50 million, although he has yet to debut due to a metatarsal injury.
Additionally, the club secured another young talent on deadline day, 18-year-old Sekou Kone, a midfielder from Malian side Guidars. Now, United’s scouts seem to have their eyes on another emerging star.
According to the Norwegian outlet TV 2 Sporten, Manchester United’s scouts were in attendance during Rosenborg’s match against Lillestrom to watch 17-year-old Nypan, who played in the game. Nypan, who has previously drawn interest from Arsenal, acknowledged the speculation surrounding United’s attention.
He stated that he was unaware of the reports but remains focused on handling such pressure, saying, “I didn’t know about it, so I don’t really think about it. It will always be like that, so I don’t think about it. I have to learn to handle it, and I believe I have.”
United’s interest in Nypan is believed to have started during pre-season when they played against Rosenborg in a friendly. United lost 1-0 to the Norwegian side, who were in better form due to their ongoing league campaign. With many United players away on international duty at Euro 2024 and the Copa America, Nypan’s performance reportedly caught the eye of those watching.
The young midfielder has enjoyed a productive 2024 season in Norway’s Eliteserien, recording six assists and five goals. His standout moment came in Rosenborg’s 4-0 victory over Lillestrom, where he scored a hat-trick, further showcasing his potential. As rumors of a possible January move to Manchester United swirl, Nypan’s performances continue to attract attention from top clubs across Europe.
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