Belgian wonderkid Arthur Vermeeren responds to Manchester United transfer links

Royal Antwerp youngster Arthur Vermeeren has welcomed interest from Manchester United though says there is nothing concrete in the links, while he does not want to leave in the middle of the season.

The 18-year-old’s emergence last season helped to propel Antwerp to the Belgian Pro League title and his development has continued at rapid pace this season.

He turned out six times in the Champions League, notching two assists and grabbing a first-ever goal in Europe in a 3-2 victory over Barcelona, while he has featured in all 20 of Antwerp’s league games.

A creative and precocious midfielder, Vermeeren has been scouted by a host of Europe’s biggest clubs, with the likes of north London duo Arsenal and Tottenham both reportedly interested.