The race for a top-four finish in the Premier League has taken on an added edge for Manchester United and Arsenal ahead of the summer transfer window.
The two English giants are among the many clubs across Europe targeting prolific Benfica striker Darwin Nunez, who has lit up the Primeira Liga with 20 goals in 22 appearances this season. The 22-year-old, who represents Uruguay at international level, was heavily linked with a move to the Premier League in January amid interest from Newcastle and West Ham.
While he ultimately stayed put in Portugal, it appears all but certain he will pursue a new challenge at the end of the season. To that end, Nunez has sent out a clear demand to his suitors which ups the ante for United and Arsenal ahead of the run-in.