Inter Miami are reportedly scouting Peru international Franco Zanelatto, with the 23-year-old winger set for a move to MLS.
The Alianza Lima forward is regarded as one of the top talents in the Peruvian Primera Division, with the Paraguay-born attacker already a three-time international with the South American nation.
Facing off against Lionel Messi and Argentine already in his career, Zanelatto has impressed in recent years in Peru, yet a move to MLS could now be on the cards, with Inter Miami in the fold.
According to MLS Multiplex, the Herons, alongside FC Cincinnati, are scouting Zanelatto, with the MLS sides both watching the winger on Saturday for Alianza Lima.
Lauded by Marcet Football as an ‘outstanding’ prospect, Inter Miami could do with an attacking signing with Facundo Farias out for the entire season due to an ACL injury.
And with Zanelatto having experience already facing the likes of Messi on the international stage, the 23-year-old could be well suited to continue his development with Inter Miami, if they can win the race for the forward’s signature.
Inter Miami have to beat Cincinnati to Franco Zanelatto
MLS clubs are no strangers to signing under-the-radar gems from South American and transforming them into superstars, and Zanelatto could become the latest example.
The winger has impressed for club and country over the last 12 months and has now caught the eye of Inter Miami, who could now have to battle Cincincatti for Zanelatto’s signature.
Indeed, signing the Peruvian international would be quite the coup for Inter Miami as well as a much-needed addition to the forward line.
And with time on their hands, the Herons could soon emerge as favorites to sign Zanelatto, who will be sold on a move to Florida to play alongside Messi and company.