Dreaming of playing for Manchester United during his 'poor upbringing', Moises Caicedo's career was almost cut short at 16 due to a knee injury - now 21 and thriving at Brighton he is keen to maximise his talent by playing on the biggest stage possible

When he was even younger than he is now, Moises Caicedo’s big hope was to play for Manchester United.

Having grown up dreaming of following in the footsteps of Antonio Valencia, who flew the Ecuador flag while representing the Old Trafford club, United were Caicedo’s go-to team on the PlayStation.

But when opportunity knocks, hopes and dreams can change.

Moises Caicedo will remain at Brighton, despite trying to force a move to Arsenal or Chelsea

Caicedo grew up dreaming of following in the footsteps of Man United star Antonio Valencia

That has been the case for the 21 year-old midfielder following the emergence of serious January interest from Chelsea and Arsenal.