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Manchester United, Arsenal, Liverpool 'concede defeat in Andre race'

Man Utd, Arsenal, Liverpool 'concede defeat in Andre race'
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Fulham reportedly remain on the brink of signing Fluminense midfielder Andre, who has allegedly been a target for Manchester United, Arsenal and Liverpool.

The likes of Manchester United, Arsenal and Liverpool are reportedly ready to concede defeat in the race for Fluminense midfielder Andre.

His performances in Brazil over recent seasons have put him on the radar of a number of clubs plying their trade in the Premier League.

With the 22-year-old helping Fluminense win the Copa Libertadores in 2023, that has only further enhanced Andre's stock ahead of the January transfer window.

United, Arsenal and Liverpool have all been monitoring the situation, according to reports, as they sense an opportunity to add a Brazil international to their squads.

In each case, it would be plausible for Andre to command a regular starting spot in each engine room, particularly United's at a time when they are looking to make changes in that area.

Fulham manager Marco Silva celebrates after the match on November 1, 2023© Reuters

Instead, according to talkSPORT, Fulham remain on the brink of getting a deal over the line for the highly-regarded South American.

Even with the Cottagers enduring a mixed campaign in the Premier League, they have long been regarded as the surprise favourites to sign Andre.

The report claims that a deal in principle has already been agreed for Andre to make the switch to Craven Cottage at the turn of the year.

Regardless of whether Joao Palhinha attracts further big-money interest from elsewhere, Fulham are seemingly prepared to pay in the region of £20m to strengthen their midfield.

Fluminense midfielder Andre in action in April 2023.© Reuters

Andre could face Premier League opposition for the first time later this week if Manchester City are able to progress through to the Club World Cup final.

City square off against Urawa Red Diamonds, a day after Andre impressed in a 2-0 victory for Fluminense over Al Ahly in the first semi-final in Saudi Arabia.

He has now made a total of 169 appearances for Fluminense in all competitions, contributing four goals and three assists during those outings.

However, Fluminense were only able to finish in seventh place in the Brasileiro standings this term, 14 points adrift of eventual champions Palmeiras.

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