Netherlands warned over Greek 'world talent': 'Man Utd must sign him soon'

Teddy Sheringham urges Manchester United to sign Brighton striker Charalampos Kostoulas in January, calling him the next big talent.

Teddy Sheringham has publicly backed Brighton striker Charalampos Kostoulas as a future star, urging Manchester United to move for him in the January transfer window. The 19-year-old Greek forward has impressed in the Premier League this season with three goals and two assists in ten competitive matches for Brighton & Hove Albion.

Sheringham, the former Manchester United and Tottenham striker, told Metro he believes Kostoulas has all the hallmarks of a top-level player: energy, positional awareness, ball retention, and confidence. "I think he's the next striker to be bought for a big fee," Sheringham said.

"I'd be surprised if Arsenal don't try to sign him before United gets a chance, so United must bring him in quickly. For me, he's the next big world talent."

Kostoulas will face the Netherlands on Friday in a Nations League match with Greece's national team.