Manchester United Transfer News: Red Devils set to complete move for defender, club identifies three alternatives for transfer target, and more - 9th January 2018

#1 Kostas Manolas set to sign for Manchester United

Manchester United are closing in on Kostas Manolas

According to Marca via Metro, Manchester United are closing in on a deal to sign Kostas Manolas from AS Roma. the 27-year-old has a £30.75m release clause which won't be activated until summer.

However, United are keen to complete the deal as soon as possible, out of the fear of losing him to another club.

Manolas also hinted about a move to the Premier League last summer when he said,

"It’s only natural you want to play for the biggest clubs, like Barcelona , Manchester United , Paris Saint-Germain and Bayern Munich."

Manchester United have also been rumoured to be plotting a move for Eder Militao, but should they opt to sign Manolas, Spanish giants Real Madrid will have no rival left to battle against for the Porto defender.

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