Barcelona could ‘move ahead’ of Manchester United and others in the race to sign LDU Quito’s Ederson Castillo.

That’s according to Bolavip, and they cover the latest on Manchester United and the La Liga winners.

On December 30th, Futbol Ecuador reported Manchester United are in direct contact with LDU Quito. They also stated the South American club have set a €6.4m asking price.

Journalist Michael Rosero took to X, formerly known as Twitter, to report that the 17-year-old has travelled to Barcelona. He even suggested the player could join the Catalan club. Bolavip pick on that and cover Real Madrid and Manchester United interest.

Los Blancos have already had positive reports about the Ecuador U17 international. He’s also attracting attention from the Premier League, where Manchester United are one of the ‘most interested’ teams.

These two clubs have to be wary about Barcelona as the Catalan club could take the lead to sign the youngster.

Manchester United may need to hurry

Olé relay comments from LDU Quito president Isaac Álvarez. He has now confirmed the young midfielder made a trip to Spain for a trial with Barcelona.

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