Manchester United are working simultaneously on three centre-back deals.
This comes as United close in on the first signing of the INEOS era after a deal was agreed for Bologna striker Joshua Zirkzee. Bayern Munich defender Matthijs de Ligt remains a strong option at centre-back and the 24-year-old is keen to join, with talks having been positive with the Bundesliga side. De Ligt played under Man Utd boss Erik ten Hag at Ajax where they won the Eredivisie in 2019.
United want to replace Raphael Varane after he left the club following the expiration of his contract. Victor Lindelof's future could be key. The defender has entered the final year of his contract and there are currently no talks planned over a new deal. Talks continue with Jonny Evans and his representatives over a new one-year deal. Strong interest also remains in midfielder Casemiro from clubs in Saudi Arabia.
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