According to TEAMtalk, Manchester City are the leading contenders to sign Bahia’s 17-year-old forward Dell, placing them ahead of Manchester United in the effort to sign a player described as one of Brazil's most exciting talents. Dell has become one of South America's prospects who are in high demand after a year in which he gained prominence by making two senior appearances for Bahia and finishing as the third-highest goalscorer at the FIFA U17 World Cup, which led to interest from several large European clubs. Manchester City’s relationship with Bahia through the City Football Group, which owns both clubs, could be a significant advantage. However, Manchester United have not ended their efforts, as scouts from the club reportedly monitored Dell at the U17 World Cup. The player is consistent with their recruitment strategy of targeting young attacking talent.