Man United news: Mourinho has wanted Portuguese ace since he was Chelsea boss
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho has wanted Bruma since his time at Chelsea according to reports in Turkey.
Haberturk reported that Mourinho was keen on signing Bruma during his time at Chelsea before Galatasaray snapped him up for €11 million in 2013.
Per the source, Mourinho is still interested in Bruma and is plotting a summer move.
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The latest developments follow United sending Krsto Kilibarda to scout Bruma against Gaziantepspor.
The same the agent also kept tabs on Basaksehir wonder-kid Cengiz Under against Genclerbirligi.
Bruma did not add to his goal or assist tally but the Lions did beat the Falcons 2-1 at the Gaziantep stadium.
The 22-year-old has a total of 10 goals and eight assists in all competitions this season – a career high.
The Portuguese ace will have 12 months remaining on his contract at the end of the season and has yet to sign a new deal.
The Lions are considering selling Bruma as he has fallen out with current head coach Igor Tudor.
Bruma has suffered a dip in form following the appointment of Tudor in February but he is still the best rated player in the league statistically according to Whoscored.
