TEAMtalk has reported that Manchester City are in the leading position to sign 17-year-old Bahia forward Dell, ahead of rivals Manchester United. City's advantage is believed to be due to Bahia being part of the City Football Group. Despite this, Manchester United continue their pursuit. Scouts from Old Trafford reportedly monitored Dell’s performances at the U17 World Cup, where he was one of the best performers and the third-highest goalscorer. United’s recruitment team, under INEOS leadership, is prioritizing young attacking talent, and Dell is seen as a suitable match for that profile.