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Boubakary Soumaré: 7 Things to Know About the Lille Star Linked With Manchester United

As part of their quest to reestablish themselves as one of Europe's finest teams, Manchester United are on the lookout for some of the world's top young talents.

Scouts are believed to have led them to Lille midfielder Boubakary Soumaré, who is seen as a potential alternative to Paul Pogba. A €40m deal has been suggested, but he also could be available for free in the summer if United act fast.

Here are seven things you need to know about 20-year-old Frenchman Soumaré.

Right, let's start with the obvious point. Soumaré is massive.

Standing at 6'2, Soumaré also boasts the muscle to really make that physicality count.