Manchester United scouts are tracking a gifted Serbian teenager drawing comparisons to European stars like Paul Pogba and Jude Bellingham.
In their quest for new attacking talent, aimed at boosting a goal tally set to be the lowest in over 30 years, the Red Devils` search has led them to Belgrade.
United`s talent evaluators have identified 17-year-old Partizan Belgrade midfielder Ognjen Ugresic as a promising future prospect worthy of further attention.
According to reports, United representatives have recently watched him play live, following his Serbian Super League debut start in early April.
Ugresic netted his first senior goal last weekend in a 3-1 victory over Radnicki Nis. If he continues his impressive form, he could soon attract attention from top European clubs.
His agent, Ostoja Stjepanovic, confirmed this potential interest, stating that several major clubs, including some from Serie A, have already inquired about him.
However, the former North Macedonia international believes it`s too early for Ugresic to leave Partizan.
Stjepanovic commented: “I can confirm the media reports are accurate; there is interest from multiple parties.
“Manchester United scouts are not the only ones monitoring his progress; teams from Serie A are also watching.
“Nevertheless, it is premature for him to change clubs now. He needs the opportunity to play regularly for Partizan in the coming seasons to continue his development and growth.”
Despite protecting his client`s immediate future, the agent didn`t shy away from comparing the young player to two significant central midfielders of the past decade.
“His style is similar to Jude Bellingham or, to some extent, Paul Pogba,” he told Nemzeti Sport.
“He possesses exceptional technique and also has speed, despite his physical build.
“He operates behind the strikers, demonstrating good vision, actively participates in attacking plays, and is intelligent…”
“He has significantly developed under the guidance of Srdan Blagojevic, but he still requires time.
“We have been working together for three and a half years, and I see immense potential in him.
“His parents and he made considerable sacrifices to reach the Partizan first team, travelling three hours by car round trip every day for training.”
