This week, Manchester United scouted a wonderkid for £7 million, and the director said, “We will sell”
One of the most sought-after young midfielders on the market was among the scouting director’s ranks earlier this week, and he confirmed that Liverpool was now a frequent visitor to his team’s modest 18,000-seat stadium. Liverpool has scouted the area and been present. God, sure. Every time, it’s them,” he informs Expressen. It is obvious that the Premier League’s biggest clubs have a valid rationale for sending their scouts to Scandinavia, more than 600 miles north. Who knows, maybe the same reason why IFK Gothenburg defeated Mjallby 1-0 on Tuesday night, and representatives from both Manchester United and Bayern Munich were present. Indeed, it most likely is.
Manchester United expressed interest in Malick Yalcouye this week. According to Expressen, both Man United and Bayern Munich were present in Gothenburg recently. While Larsson remained tight-lipped about Liverpool’s interest, Expressen reported that the clubs were scouting the 18-year-old Yalcouye. FC Copenhagen, known for nurturing young talent like Roony Bardghji, is eager to add Yalcouye to their roster. Additionally, Bologna, who recently qualified for the Champions League but lost their coach Thiago Motta, also scouted Yalcouye. Despite his young age and recent debut in April, Yalcouye’s impact at IFK has drawn comparisons to Kobbie Mainoo’s emergence at Man United’s midfield.
Larsson believes that Yalcouye has a significant impact similar to that of Kobbie Mainoo. He considers Yalcouye to be the team’s standout player with untapped potential. The club director acknowledges the desire to retain Yalcouye but understands that a long-term stay might not be feasible, especially if a substantial offer, around £7 million, comes in. Larsson admits that while they would prefer to keep Yalcouye, they would consider selling him if an irresistible offer arises. However, he emphasizes gratitude for the time Yalcouye has been with the team and hopes he can continue playing for them as long as possible.