Brazil dismiss reports of Lucas Moura United medical

The rumour mill has been in overdrive today with Sir Alex absent from the pre-season tour leaving Mike Phelan to take charge of the team against Valerenga, also showing his face at Wimbledon to watch Andy Murray in the mens final, confirming he was in London for some reason or other.

The Brazilian Football Federation (CBF) have denied reports that they have given permission for midfielder Lucas Moura to leave the Brazil Olympic camp for a medical with Manchester United.

The Mail on Sunday today claimed that Sir Alex Ferguson had remained in England while his squad traveled to Norway for a pre-season friendly so that he could tie up a deal for the 19-year-old.

However, despite suggestions that the United are closing in on a £30m move for the Brazilian, the CBF have insisted they have not released the player in an official statement.

The rumours have dragged on for a few weeks now and is becoming this seasons Snjeider saga, so what are your thoughts on the situation will United Sign the gifted Brazillian or not?

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