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Brilliant Manchester United attacking target Rayan may have just issued a massive come-and-get-me plea.

Joins the Cherries in the winter

In the winter, AFC Bournemouth moved decisively to snap up Rayan from Brazilian outfit Vasco.

Over 34 games in the 2025 Brazilian league, the 19-year-old, comfortable out wide or centrally, scored 14 goals and drew wide attention.

Although top European clubs, Manchester United included, were linked with his services, they never pressed ahead with a deal. Bournemouth did, and it has turned out to be a transfer masterstroke.

Settling into the Premier League

Since arriving in England, Rayan has looked right at home thanks to his technical brilliance and athleticism. He has helped the Cherries cope without Antoine Semenyo; indeed, with him in the side, they remain unbeaten in eight games.

His tally stands at two goals and an assist, yet beyond the numbers, his performances have brimmed with promise. So exciting has he been that talk already links him with a future £86.5 million move from the Vitality Stadium to Old Trafford.

The plea

While INEOS continue to monitor the Brazilian teen sensation, he has now spoken openly about his desire to earn that big...