English clubs Arsenal and Manchester United are closely monitoring Kauã Elias, the 20-year-old Brazilian striker for Shakhtar Donetsk, after his hat-trick in a 5-1 victory opening the 2026/27 Ukrainian Premier League season. The player, purchased for €17 million from Flamengo in February 2025, is now valued between €35 and €40 million, representing a potential return of over 100% in eighteen months. Manchester United has been tracking the player since May 2026, while Arsenal was attracted by this exceptional performance that earned Elias the best player award for the opening round.
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