Manchester United battle Aston Villa for promising Ecuadorian from Anderlecht

Manchester is hoping to outpace a host of other English clubs in the race.

Details: According to TeamTalk, 22-year-old Ecuador international and Anderlecht winger Nilson Angulo has attracted keen interest from both Manchester United and Aston Villa, who are ready to compete for his signature.

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Reports suggest Manchester United scouts have been monitoring Angulo for an extended period and were impressed by his dynamic performances, which has all but convinced United's coaching staff of the need to sign the Colombian.

Alongside Manchester United, Aston Villa are also making a serious push for Angulo, ready to fight for the right to bring him on board.

Liverpool and Tottenham are also keeping tabs on the Ecuadorian talent.

This season, Angulo has made 23 appearances for Anderlecht, scoring 4 goals and providing 8 assists.

His current contract with the club runs until 2029, while his transfer value is estimated by Transfermarkt at 7 million euros.

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