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Rúben Neves is becoming more receptive to the idea of returning to European football, as he is confident he still has much to contribute at the top level.
According to Sam Cohen, Neves is considering a move away from Saudi Arabia as early as January if the right opportunity arises.
He made his way to Al-Hilal to join the Saudi Pro League’s ambitious recruitment strategy.
Despite being a pivotal player since his arrival, there is a growing belief that this move wasn’t meant to be the conclusion of his career.
Neves aspires to compete in Europe’s premier tournaments and feels he can handle the high demands of leading domestic leagues.
Manchester United Leading Efforts to Acquire Neves
Numerous Premier League clubs are interested in the Portuguese midfielder, with Manchester United taking the lead.
Newcastle United and West Ham United are also in the mix, targeting a January transfer for the former Wolves player.
The Times reports that Neves has turned down a contract extension at Al-Hilal, signaling his availability to top clubs.
Importantly, Al-Hilal is reportedly open to a sale, with a supposed asking price of around £25 million—a notable decrease from what they originally paid.
Neves Could Be a Bargain in the Transfer Market
This pricing has attracted attention from various European clubs, especially in the Premier League, where Neves has retained a strong reputation from his time at Wolves.
Neves distinguished himself as one of the league’s most skilled deep-lying midfielders during his stay in England.
His interest in returning to Europe appears to be motivated by a desire for competition rather than financial gain.
This presents a prime opportunity for Manchester United to pursue Neves in January, especially since he is available at a lower price point and they are in need of a new midfielder.
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