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Manchester United 'opted against signing Manchester City star Joao Cancelo after the Neville brothers personally recommended him to Ed Woodward'... but fans feel he wouldn't have developed at Old Trafford

Manchester United's departing chief executive ignored the chance to sign Joao Cancelo when the Neville brothers Gary and Phil personally recommended the full-back on numerous occasions.

The Portuguese international instead opted to join rivals Manchester City and has just agreed a new two-year contract extension following his impressive start to life in the Premier League.

Gary Neville first drew United’s attention to Cancelo after overseeing his progress during his short managerial spell with LaLiga giants Valencia.

Manchester United chief Ed Woodward opted against signing Joao Cancelo (pictured)
Full-back Cancelo has just agreed a new two-year contract with rivals Manchester City

Woodward repeatedly ignored and Cancelo eventually signed for Juventus before sealing a big £60million move to City in 2019.