Jose Mourinho is keeping a close eye on the FIFA U17 World Cup (Picture: Getty)

Manchester United are reportedly very keen on four Barcelona youngsters taking part at the FIFA U17 World Cup with Spain.

Spain have arguably been the standout team at the tournament, beating favourites France 2-1 to secure a place in the quarter-finals where they face Iran at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium.

Scouts from across the world have an eye on proceedings in India and Spaniards Abel Ruiz, Juan Miranda, Sergio Gomez and Mateu Morey are all being watched by Europe’s elite clubs.

Spanish outlet Sport suggest United, Manchester City and Bayern Munich are ‘very aware’ of the foursome.

Abel Ruiz is being monitored by Manchester United (Picture: Getty)
Both Juan Miranda (left) and Sergio Gomez (centre) are on United’s radar (Picture: Getty)

It’s claimed all four players have £2.25million buyout clauses in their contracts at the Nou Camp and this has alerted the likes of United and City.

Ruiz is also being watched by Arsenal and the Gunners have contacted the forward’s representatives over his potential availability.

Chelsea have also approached Ruiz’s entourage over a possible move to Stamford Bridge.

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