According to a report by Spanish outlet Fichajes, Victor Froholdt is the subject of interest from Atletico Madrid. The Spanish giants are keen on reinforcing their offensive unit by signing a versatile midfielder next year. So, the 19-year-old FC Porto prospect has emerged as a target for Los Rojiblancos.
The report has revealed that the Colchoneros value the Dane at around €85 million, but they want to secure his services for less than that sum. Meanwhile, Atletico Madrid will not be alone in the race to sign Froholdt, with Manchester United also keen on signing him. The young midfielder has a release clause worth €100 million in his contract with FC Porto.
Victor Froholdt is the latest highly-rated prospect from his homeland to rise in prominence. The Copenhagen native spent most of his formative years in Denmark and graduated from the youth division at FC Copenhagen before joining FC Porto this past summer. The 19-year-old has hit the ground running at the Portuguese club, becoming a regular in the middle of the park.
The Danish international has already amassed nearly 1,500 minutes of game time in 17 outings thus far while chipping in with two goals and two assists. Meanwhile, Froholdt’s progress has not gone unnoticed, capturing the attention of several high-profile clubs. Atletico Madrid and Manchester United are among the prospective suitors vying for his signature.
Manchester United’s interest in Victor Froholdt is understandable. The Red Devils are scouring the market for a versatile midfielder, as Ruben Amorim is keen on adding more quality in the middle of the park. Several candidates have thus emerged on Manchester United’s radar, with Froholdt’s quality and versatility making him a viable target.
As for Atletico Madrid, Koke is on the wrong side of 30 and approaching the twilight of his career. So, Los Rojiblancos must start planning for life after the veteran Spanish midfielder, with Froholdt an option worth considering. However, the 19-year-old Dane will not come cheap, as he has a release clause worth €100 million in his contract with FC Porto.
The Spanish giants value Froholdt at around €85 million, but they want to secure his services for less than that sum. Meanwhile, recent reports have claimed that Manchester United may soon submit a bid to secure his services. It will be interesting to see what the future holds for the Danish international.
