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Chris Watson

Rivaldo tells Brazilian wonderkid to seal Man City transfer over Manchester United

Brazilian wonderkid Gabriel Veron has been told to choose a move to Manchester City over Manchester United - if given the choice.

United and City have both been linked with the 18-year-old winger has impressed for Palmeiras in his homeland.

The teenager has helped them reach the Copa Libertadores final, where they will face Santos on Saturday night.

Brazil legend Rivaldo believes City would be a better choice for the highly-rated youngster, claiming they are currently a more stable club than United.

"There are strong rumours that Manchester United and Manchester City are chasing Gabriel Veron's signing from Palmeiras and I think that the Manchester club that wins this particular fight will be properly rewarded," Rivaldo told Betfair .

"Veron has lots of talent and a bright future ahead so it's no coincidence to see two big English clubs chasing him, and he could perform for either club without problems.

"If he has the choice between the two clubs, I suggest City because they are the more stable club nowadays, with a solid tactical system implemented by Pep Guardiola, which is not the case with Manchester United, despite also being a fantastic club."

Veron was named the best player at the Under-17 World Cup in 2019.

He was part of the Palmeiras side that won the 2021 Copa Libertadores. He became the youngest player in history to score in a Libertadores match by netting against Goias.

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