Midfielder Andreas Pereira has reportedly impressed staff and officials at Manchester United with his performances for Valencia.

Pereira has frequently stated his desire to make an impact at Old Trafford but during the summer window, the 22-year-old was shipped out on loan to the Spanish side.

However, according to ESPN, Pereira could be in line for an opportunity with the English side having made 18 appearances in La Liga during the current campaign.

Before leaving for the Mestalla Stadium, Pereira extended his contract at United until 2019, and the Brazilian appears in line to stake a claim for a place in Jose Mourinho's squad during pre-season.

Pereira has been with United since 2014 but the playmaker has made just two starts in all competitions with a further 11 outings coming from the bench.