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Man United and Liverpool facing Brazilian striker problem: Player would prefer this move
MANCHESTER UNITED and Liverpool may struggle to land Bordeaux striker Malcolm, according to reports.
Manchester United are interested in signing Malcolm
The 19-year-old striker has caught the eye for the Ligue 1 outfit, hitting four goals in France’s top flight.
Recent reports suggested Manchester United and Liverpool have been tracking his progress.
It was thought scouts had been sent to watch him in action.
Jose Mourinho is keen on signing Malcolm
I want to play for a big club, in the Champions League, and win it
Despite United and Liverpool’s supposed interest, Goal Brazil claims Sevilla are also monitoring him.
And the report suggests the player would be open to a move to La Liga.
Malcolm hasn’t hidden his desire to play for a top European club as he recently said: “For me, it's not important which club and which championship I am in.
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"I want to play for a big club, in the Champions League, and win it."
United and Liverpool currently face a battle to secure Champions League football for next season.
Malcolm is currently under contract with Bordeaux until 2020.
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