Manchester United are being linked with a potential move for Andrey Santos, with reports from Brazil suggesting the midfielder could attract interest in the summer window despite establishing himself at Chelsea.
According to Brazilian outlet NT Vascaínos, the 21-year-old is well liked but not considered untouchable at Stamford Bridge. As a result, major European clubs are monitoring his situation ahead of the next transfer window.
Manchester United are mentioned as the main candidate currently keeping close tabs on the midfielder. Meanwhile, Juventus are also said to be following developments.
Current situation at Chelsea
The claims arrive at an interesting moment in Andrey Santos’ season. Under manager Liam Rosenior, the Brazilian has started to earn regular minutes and has become a more visible part of Chelsea’s midfield structure.
Rosenior already worked with him at RC Strasbourg, where the midfielder enjoyed one of the best spells of his young career. That connection has helped him settle into a deeper role at Chelsea.
Despite that growing involvement, the report insists Chelsea would still consider offers if the right proposal arrives this summer.
According to the information from Brazil, Santos currently carries a market value of around €40m – roughly £34m – based on estimates from Transfermarkt.
Why this matters for Manchester United
From Manchester United’s perspective, monitoring Santos would make sense. The Brazilian remains one of the more intriguing young midfielders to emerge from Brazil in recent years.
With Casemiro set to leave, Andrey could fill an important role at Old Trafford. At 21, he still offers long-term upside while already gaining experience in European football.
Juventus’ presence in the picture also suggests the situation could develop into a broader European race if Chelsea become open to negotiations.
There is also a secondary angle in Brazil. Santos came through the academy at Vasco da Gama. That means the Rio de Janeiro club would be entitled to a 2.5% solidarity payment if he is sold. A transfer in the region of €40m (£34m) would therefore generate a useful bonus for his former side.
What happens next
For now, the story appears to be at an early monitoring stage rather than advanced talks. Chelsea still control the player’s future and he continues to receive minutes under Rosenior.
However, with Manchester United and Juventus reportedly keeping a close watch, Andrey Santos could become another young Premier League midfielder attracting wider European attention once the summer window approaches.