BARCELONA star Lionel Messi thinks Juventus hitman Paulo Dybala could join Real Madrid instead of Manchester United.
Juventus striker Dybala has been linked with moves to Barcelona, Real Madrid and Manchester United in recent weeks.
Reports last month claimed United were determined to sign him, with Romelu Lukaku’s injury now possibly forcing their hand.
Jose Mourinho supposedly saw a bid of £70million plus Henrikh Mkhitaryan fail, though remains undeterred.
Yet Spanish outlet Don Balon say Barcelona talisman Messi thinks the striker could be destined to join Real instead.
Madrid are likely to overhaul their attack at the end of the season.
Chelsea’s Eden Hazard, Atletico Madrid’s Antoine Griezmann and Inter Milan’s Mauro Icardi have all emerged as targets.
But Don Balon say Messi reckons Real really want Dybala.
The Argentina international is facing an uncertain future at Juventus after falling out with Massimiliano Allegri.
Despite hitting 15 goals from 25 games this season, a transfer away from Turin could be on the cards.
Messi reportedly thinks Dybala is wanted as a replacement for Gareth Bale, who could leave at the end of the season.
United, Tottenham and Chelsea could all act to bring the Wales international back to the Premier League.
And Real may make a move for Dybala given his uncertain future.
The striker, at the age of 24, has the potential to lead the line for years to come.
Whether he is playing his football at Old Trafford, the Nou Camp, the Bernabeu or Juventus Stadium by the end of the month, however, remains to be seen.
SOURCE:www.express.co.uk