A host of Premier League clubs are monitoring the progress of Dundee starlet Ryan Gauld.

The 17-year-old Scottish footballer who is dubbed ' Mini Messi'  is expected to be the point of transfer speculation during the winter transfer window. Reports claim that scouts from four Premier League clubs are reported to have watched the starlet's lay of four goals during his side's 4-1 win over Patrick Thistle on Saturday.


The Mirror reports that the Tannadice club are set to demand a fee in the region of £6m, with high profile Premier League clubs in Manchester United, Liverpool, Newcastle United and Everton keeping tabs on the player.


Ryan Gauld has notched up 4 goals and 5 assists in 12 appearances for Dundee United in the Scottish Premier League