Italy defender Matteo Darmian looks close to sealing a move to Manchester United.
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Reporting on Tuesday morning, Gianluca Di Marzio noted that the Torino man has agreed personal terms with the Red Devils.
The Metro note that Louis van Gaal is prepared to pay £12.7 million for the 25-year-old, who would become the club’s second major summer signing after Memphis Depay.
However, he is unlikely to be the club’s last key addition this summer, with LVG linked to several major names.
In this feature, we profile five players who could join Darmian at Old Trafford.
Bastian Schweinsteiger
While Germany legend Franz Beckenbauer has recommended that Bastian Schweinsteiger snubs interest from the Premier League to remain in the Bundesliga [Sky Sports], the deep-lying playmaker continues to be linked to United [Sky Sports].
Schweingsteiger, at 30, would be an effective replacement for and successor to Michael Carrick in the heart of the United midfield.
Sergio Ramos
The Spain defender has confirmed that he is looking to leave Real Madrid [Daily Star], and has indicated that he would love a switch to Manchester and to the Premier League [Standard].
While the Benabeu giants are not so keen on selling one of their prized assets, the Metro understand that he has already agreed a four-year deal worth £150,000-per-week.
Morgan Schneiderlin
Speaking to BBC Radio Solent [via BBC Sport], Ronald Koeman admitted on Tuesday that Southampton have received an offer from Manchester United for Morgan Schneiderlin.
The 25-year-old has previously been linked to both Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur, and considering his passing ability and his destructive powers, he would be a valuable asset for whoever acquires him [Telegraph].
Karim Benzema
The France striker’s future is uncertain at Real Madrid, with Rafael Benitez having admitted that he intends to use Cristiano Ronaldo as a centre-forward during the coming campaign [Mirror].
The former Olympique Lyonnais striker is a classy operator, and having been spotted meeting United’s executive vice chairman Ed Woodward in a London hotel, a move may be imminent [Manchester Evening News].
Nicolas Otamendi
The Valencia stopper has been linked to United, with Louis van Gaal looking to bring the Argentine defender’s commanding presence to the heart of the backline [Express].
However, the Red Devils may face competition from Real Madrid, who are eyeing the Spain-based centre-back as a possible replacement for Sergio Ramos [Daily Star].