"I've always supported Manchester United" – Bournemouth attacking star with transfer hint

Bournemouth's Rayan revealed he has always supported Manchester United, the club that initially scouted him at Vasco but never made an offer.

Rayan, the 20-year-old Brazilian winger at Bournemouth, has disclosed in an interview with ESPN Brazil that Manchester United is the Premier League club he has always supported, inspired by Cristiano Ronaldo. He made this revelation after Bournemouth's 3-0 victory at Old Trafford in October, where he scored.

When asked about playing at the stadium, Rayan explained it was a dream come true to step onto the pitch at Old Trafford.

Manchester United had tracked Rayan while he was at Vasco da Gama but never submitted an official proposal, allowing Bournemouth to sign him in January for €28.5m. Since then, speculation has linked him to a potential move to United, Liverpool and Arsenal, with his representatives reportedly viewing the Premier League as a stepping stone to Europe's biggest clubs.

Rayan himself has spoken positively about such a move this year. However, Bournemouth have shown no willingness to sell and any future transfer would command a significant fee.