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Bournemouth’s newest signing, 19-year-old Rayan, is poised to make a significant impact as the Cherries host Manchester United on Friday. The Brazilian forward has quickly become a key player for Bournemouth since joining in January, already contributing two goals and one assist in seven appearances. This comes after becoming Vasco da Gama’s youngest player of the century at just 16 years and 169 days old, and a recent first-time call-up to the Brazilian national team.
Rayan appears to have seamlessly filled the void left by departing midfielder Schmandt, and his arrival couldn’t arrive at a better time for Bournemouth. According to FBref, Rayan averages 2.3 shots per game in the Premier League, with 1.2 on target, and 1.4 key passes per game, demonstrating both a scoring threat and playmaking ability. He’s also shown an aggressive style, attempting over three dribbles per game with a 55% success rate – numbers that haven’t gone unnoticed by Brazil’s national team coach, Ancelotti.
“He is very strong, has good technique, a good mentality, and has shown his ability in a very demanding league,” Ancelotti said of Rayan. “He is very young and will certainly have a bright future with the national team. Whether he will be in the World Cup squad, I have not yet determined, but looking at his performance, his name deserves to be on the list.”
Bournemouth, however, has struggled to secure wins recently, drawing their last four matches, with three ending in scoreless ties. They’ll need Rayan’s attacking prowess against a Manchester United side that has only kept two clean sheets in their last eight league games. The young Brazilian will undoubtedly be crucial in breaking down the Red Devils’ defense.
The Premier League clash between Bournemouth and Manchester United will be broadcast live on Now TV 621 at 4:00 AM on March 21, with a 4K broadcast available on Now TV 611.
