Joao Felix, 19, has been compared to Ronaldo and is reportedly interesting United and Juventus ahead of the off-season transfer window.
Despite the rumour mill being sent into overdrive due to his explosive displays with Benfica this season, 'he has his feet firmly on the ground, according to his coach Bruno Lage.
With seven goals and three assists in 13 league appearances since breaking into the first-team at the start of the season, Diario AS has reported that United are prepared to offer £100 million to secure his services.
However, Corriere Torino stated the teenager is keen to play alongside his idol in Serie A with champions Juventus.
"There is a lot of talk about him with respect to many things, but I only like to refer to what he does on the pitch and not what he can do away from it.
"If you know him, he's a youngster that has his feet firmly on the ground. He deals with everything that is going on with total calm."
Felix has been tipped to earn a debut senior call-up by Fernando Santos when he names his next squad for the UEFA Nations League last-four.