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Arsenal transfer news: Manchester United join race to sign Andre Silva from Eintracht Frankfurt

Andre Silva
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Manchester United could rival Arsenal in the race to sign Eintracht Frankfurt striker Andre Silva, according to reports.

The Portugal international is enjoying an excellent season in the Bundesliga, where he has scored 19 goals in 22 appearances.

Only Robert Lewandowski has found the net more often than Silva in Germany’s top tier this term.

The Bundesliga side are thought to value their star man at around £34.5m, which would make him affordable for Premier League suitors.

The report states that Atletico were the first club to register an interest in Silva, but United’s financial muscle could give them the edge.

Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s side reportedly see the Frankfurt man as a long-term successor to Edinson Cavani, who has impressed for the Red Devils this season.

“He's got a contract with us,” Arteta said when asked if Lacazette could seek pastures new at the end of the season. 

“He played really well the other week. It's exactly what we demand him to do. 

“I'm really happy with him and the discussions about his contract will happen soon and we will see what happens.”

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