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Man United open talks to sign £86m Benfica star defender this summer
Man United open talks to sign £86m Benfica star defender this summer
Manchester United have reportedly opened talks to sign SL Benfica star Antonio Silva this summer, as per reports from TEAMtalk.
Following a disappointing campaign this term, the Red Devils are reportedly set to remain busy in the upcoming transfer window to reinforce the squad in order to turn the fortune around next campaign.
It has been suggested that United are contemplating revamping their ageing backline with numerous centre-backs already linked with a move to Old Trafford in recent times.
It has already been made official that Raphael Varane is set to leave the club as a free agent, while Jonny Evans, Harry Maguire and Victor Lindelof could also leave in the off-season.
Jean-Clair Todibo, Jarrad Branthwaite and Tosin Adarabioyo have all been mentioned as serious targets for Man Utd with Silva reportedly on their radar as well.
Silva to Man Utd
According to the report by TEAMtalk, Man Utd are interested in signing the Portuguese and they have already held talks with the player’s representatives to know whether he would be willing to move to Old Trafford.
The report further claims that Silva would be open to signing for the Red Devils should they manage to strike a deal with Benfica.
However, it has been suggested that the Eagles have slapped a whopping £86m price tag on their star man’s head so it won’t be easy for Man Utd to purchase him if Roger Schmidt’s side stay firm on their inflated valuation.