The agent of Galatasaray rising star Bruma has denied talks have taken place with Manchester United regarding a summer switch.
Bruma, 22, has taken the Turkish Super Lig by storm this season for Galatasaray and his impressive performances have reportedly caught the interest of Premier League duo Tottenham and United.
Reports emerged over the weekend suggesting United had made the first move to sign Bruma, but his agent, Catio Balde, has denied those suggestions but revealed the Portugal Under-21 international wants to play in the Premier League.
“There was no contact, no,” Balde told Sport Witness. “Today, there’s speculation. With us, directly, a meeting, or a call, an approach, there was nothing. I don’t know if there was this with the club [Galatasaray].
“Now that there are movements, there are movements. But I can’t confirm that we, on our part, have received some approach, because we haven’t received one yet. I’m being honest.
The former Sporting winger has entered the final two years of his current deal with Galatasaray and Balde has conceded that the Turkish giants are keen to get Bruma on extended terms, although that might not be possible should he continue his impressive rise.
“There are English and German clubs who follow Bruma weekly,” he continued. “What’s happened is that there hasn’t been an advance until now. Anything can happen in December. He wants to play in the Premier League and he’s sure he’ll be bought.”
“Yes, there is an offer for contract renewal. It’s true. Given the approach from many clubs, Galatasaray want to prevent it and proposed a renewal.”
Despite Galatasaray’s struggles in the league this season, Bruma has been phenomenal and is currently the highest rated player in the league (7.98).
In 10 league appearances Bruma has played a direct hand in seven goals (four goals, three assists) and has been named the WhoScored Man of the Match at least two more times than any other player (5). Not only that, but he has completed a staggering 27 more dribbles than any other player (56).
For more stats on Bruma, click here to visit his WhoScored player page
