Carvalho has been heavily linked with a move to the Premier League since the summer, with Liverpool the most recent club linked with a big-money offer for the Portuguese international.
And Nani - on loan at Sporting from United - believes that the 22-year-old now has what it takes to succeed in the England.
Nani's future at Old Trafford remains uncertain, but he has backed his parent club to win the race for Carvalho at the end of the season.
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William Carvalho looks set for a move to the Premier League
I think if Manchester United are interested there’s a good chance
William Carvalho
He said: “He is a great player. He has a lot of quality.
“I think at the end of this season he will be prepared to play in the Premier League.
“I think if Manchester United are interested there’s a good chance [he'll sign for them].”
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