Man United make initial contact for £50m-rated Real Madrid target as Jarrad Branthwaite pursuit stalls

Man United make initial contact for £50m-rated Real Madrid target as Jarrad Branthwaite pursuit stalls

Leny Yoro is among a number of centre-backs United are looking at; Everton’s Jarrad Branthwaite remains a primary target.

However, there is no indication from Everton that their £70m asking price will be reduced; Man United and Spurs also interested in Lille forward Jonathan David.

Sky Sports reporter Dharmesh Sheth has the latest on Manchester United’s transfer dealings.

Manchester United have made initial contact with Lille over the signing of central defender Leny Yoro.

Lenny Yoro, 18, is among a number of young centre-backs Manchester United are looking to bring to Old Trafford.

Jarrad Branthwaite remains a primary target – but as yet, there is no indication from Everton that their £70m asking price will be reduced