Report: Argentine youngster Giovani Lo Celso attracting European interest

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As many as eight top European clubs want to sign Rosario Central teenager Giovani Lo Celso at the end of the season, according to a report.

Rosario Central midfielder Giovani Lo Celso is reportedly at the centre of a transfer scramble between a host of top European clubs.

The 19-year-old, who came through the youth system at his current club, is believed to be valued in the region of £7m.

According to Ovacion, Manchester United and Manchester City have both made checks on the teenager this season, while Juventus, Roma, AC Milan, Chelsea, Paris Saint-Germain and Borussia Dortmund are also in the race.

Celso shares the same hometown as Barcelona's Lionel Messi.

Barcelona's Lionel Messi stands next to Real Madrid duo Cristiano Ronaldo and Toni Kroos during the 'El Clasico' La Liga match on October 25, 2014
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