Real Madrid interested in signing defender linked with Manchester United - Reports

Real Madrid have set their sights on Manchester United target Nuno Mendes, according to Caught Offside. The Red Devils are looking to sign a new left-back this year, with Luka Shaw's injury troubles showing no signs of receding.

Ruben Amorim is working to implement his 3-4-3 system at Old Trafford and has deployed Diogo Dalot and Tyrell Malacia in the left-back role with mixed effects. Mendes could be an upgrade on the position and has registered two goals and two assists from 17 games this season for Paris Saint-Germain (PSG).

His contract expires at the end of next season and he is yet to sign a new deal. Manchester United are locked in talks with the Parisians regarding a move, but negotiations are yet to yield a positive outcome.

The Red Devils want to secure a cut-price move for the player, but the Ligue 1 champions are demanding €65m to let him go. Real Madrid are attentive to the situation as they look for a new left-back themselves.

Los Blancos have their eyes on Alphonso Davies, whose contract with Bayern Munich expires at the end of this season. However, it is now being reported that the Canadian could sign an extension with the Bavarians, forcing the LaLiga giants to consider alternatives.

Real Madrid have reportedly identified Mendes as an option and are ready to battle Manchester United for the 22-year-old. However, the Frenchman could also end up signing a new deal with PSG.

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Will Real Madrid lock horns with Manchester United for a Serie A ace?

Manchester United and Real Madrid could also go head to head for Atalanta midfielder Ederson this year, according to reports (via StrettyNews). The Red Devils are expected to sign a new midfielder amid the uncertainties surrounding the future of Casemiro and Christian Eriksen.

Both players are reportedly expected to be on their way this year, especially since the Dane's contract is set to expire at the end this season. Recent reports have suggested that Manchester United have identified Ederson as a target for reinforcing the midfield.

The Brazilian has been outstanding for Atalanta in recent times. This season, he has registered two goals and one assist from 26 games across competitions.

The 25-year-old's efforts have reportedly earned him admirers at Real Madrid as well. Los Blancos are looking for Aurelien Tchouameni's replacement at the moment. The Frenchman has struggled to impress of late and remains linked with an exit from Santiago Bernabeu this year.