Manchester United are monitoring the form of 20-year-old Mainz forward Andre Schurrle.
The striker has been in fine form for his Bundesliga club with seven goals helping to keep them in contention for the German title.
Sources in Germany that link Alex Ferguson's side with the striker also liken him to Germany legend Gerd Muller who is regarded by some to be the country's greatest ever player.
Such is his reputation that he has earned himself the nickname 'The New Torpedo' with prolific Muller holding the original moniker.
A clause in his contract means United would be able to sign him for around £6m but the rave reviews he is getting mean that the figure is likely to be higher.
A number of Spanish and Italian clubs are rumoured to be interested in the talented prospect.
The striker has been in fine form for his Bundesliga club with seven goals helping to keep them in contention for the German title.
Sources in Germany that link Alex Ferguson's side with the striker also liken him to Germany legend Gerd Muller who is regarded by some to be the country's greatest ever player.
Such is his reputation that he has earned himself the nickname 'The New Torpedo' with prolific Muller holding the original moniker.
A clause in his contract means United would be able to sign him for around £6m but the rave reviews he is getting mean that the figure is likely to be higher.
A number of Spanish and Italian clubs are rumoured to be interested in the talented prospect.
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