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Angel Gomes’ dad hints at Manchester United exit saying his son is coveted by ‘all the greats of Europe’

The 17-year-old made his first-team debut last season under Jose Mourinho and has been linked to Barcelona

ANGEL GOMES' dad has hinted at his son's exit from Manchester United.

The 17-year-old's father insists his precocious son is "coveted by all the greats of Europe".

 Angel Gomes in action for Manchester United
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Angel Gomes in action for Manchester UnitedCredit: AFP

Gomes made his first-team debut under Jose Mourinho at the end of last season.

And he was part of the England Under-17 side which last week won the World Cup with a 5-2 win over Spain in India.

But United fans have been fearing the worst for his future since Juan Mata referred to the midfielder as his "former" team-mate in a blog post.

And now those suspicions have been heightened by the words of Gomes senior.

 The Old Trafford youngster last week won the Under-17s World Cup with England
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The Old Trafford youngster last week won the Under-17s World Cup with EnglandCredit: Anthony Upton for FA
 Angel Gomes made his first-team debut for United when he replaced Wayne Rooney
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Angel Gomes made his first-team debut for United when he replaced Wayne RooneyCredit: Rex Features

Speaking to RTP, Gil made clear that other clubs are considering a move for his lad.

He said: "He is the youngest player in the history of English football of Manchester United.


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"So the qualities are really above average.

"And today he is a player coveted by all the greats of Europe."

 Angel Gomes with Wayne Rooney as a child
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Angel Gomes with Wayne Rooney as a childCredit: Instagram
 Angel Gomes has attracted the interest of Barcelona
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Angel Gomes has attracted the interest of BarcelonaCredit: PA:Empics Sport

SunSport told you back in September that Barcelona were monitoring Gomes' development at Old Trafford.

Gomes has burst through the ranks at United's academy.

He made his first-team debut when he came on for Wayne Rooney against Crystal Palace back in May.

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