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- Both Manchester clubs want to sign Lille forward Matias Fernandez-Pardo
- The 21-year-old recently switched his international loyalty to Belgium
- He will join the Red Devils squad for the upcoming FIFA World Cup
- Borussia Dortmund and Barcelona are also monitoring the situation
- The attacker operates mainly on the left wing but can play through the centre
Matias Fernandez-Pardo is attracting serious attention from the Premier League. Manchester City and Manchester United have both entered the race to capture the Belgian winger.
The Lille OSC star recently chose to represent Belgium at international level. He is now preparing to feature for the Red Devils at the FIFA World Cup.
La Gazzetta dello Sport reports that the Manchester rivals face competition from abroad. Borussia Dortmund and Barcelona have also registered their interest in the 21-year-old.
Fernandez-Pardo normally operates from the left flank. However, he demonstrated his versatility by playing as a central striker during the closing stages of the campaign.
Como were previously linked with the player. The Italian side will compete in the Champions League next term, but they are prioritising a move for Stade Rennais forward Esteban Lepaul instead.