The talented 21-year-old has also drawn interest from Real Madrid and a ‘substantial fee’ is on the cards.
The young midfielder plays for Brazilian club Cruzeiro, however would not turn down the chance to join the Manchester club.
His agent, Luiz Rocha, was quizzed at a press conference yesterday. ‘There aren’t many details,’ he told reporters. ‘I confirm I was contacted by people linked to Manchester United. There are no official bids. We are waiting.’
Silva, who is likened to Kaka, is also being scouted by Chelsea, and the duo are reportedly weighing up £12million bids.
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