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title: "United in battle to sign Dutch wonderkid"
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# United in battle to sign Dutch wonderkid

Manchester United and Arsenal are set to battle for Ajax youngster Abdelhak Nouri who has already been named a star in Dutch football, according to [reports](https://www.dailymail.co.uk/sport/football/article-3342619/Arsenal-Manchester-United-battle-teenage-Ajax-star-Abdelhak-Nouri-Louis-van-Gaal-sets-sights-wonderkid.html).

Nouri, 18, is already seen as one of the highest valued youngsters in Dutch football and is viewed as one of the most promising talents in Europe.

The attacking midfielder is a tricky player who dances past players with his flair and speed.

![Jan Kruger/Getty Images Sport](https://media.readmanutd.com/readmanutd/2015/12/454708166.jpg)

Louis van Gaal has taken an interest in the youngster as the Manchester United boss has close links with Ajax as the 64-year-old managed the Dutch club for six years between 1991-1997.

Both English clubs will face some tough opposition to acquire the youngster as French sides Paris Saint-Germain and Marseille are reportedly showing interest in the 18-year-old.

In a bid to keep the forward in the ranks of Ajax, manager Frank de Boer may promote him to the first team to convince him to commit future at the club.