Transfer Gossip: Man United to battle Liverpool for Turkish star

Manchester United will face competition for Trabzonspor attacking midfielder Yususf Yazici, Manchester Evening Standard reports.

The 20-year-old midfielder is on the radar of both Premier League clubs as well as other top European clubs such as Borussia Dortmund and Monaco due to impressive performances last season – six goals and ten assists in 22 matches.

Trabzonspor president Muharram Usta, however, has insisted that he would like to keep hold of his player at least for another year.

“I want to see Yusuf here for our 50^th year anniversary squad.” He said earlier. “He will be sold when the time is right, Yusuf will be an ambassador for the club and reach the highest level.

Yazici, who is valued at €20 million, extended his contract with the Turkish side in earlier in the year until 2022.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5PlcnpCD7lw

MORE: Latest Transfer Rumours surrounding Premier League clubs