Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho has reportedly put together a stunning five-man transfer wish-list to the Red Devils board.
According to the Metro, Mourinho has asked United to deliver at least three of these five defensive targets as he seeks to balance out his squad at Old Trafford.
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Having strengthened significantly up front in recent transfer windows with moves for Romelu Lukaku and Alexis Sanchez, it now looks time to tighten up at the back.
It’s claimed the Portuguese is eyeing up big-name raids on the likes of Real Madrid, Barcelona and two players from Premier League rivals Tottenham.
Here’s the full list below…
Toby Alderweireld
First up, Spurs centre-back Toby Alderweireld is said to be a prime target, with the Belgian likely to cost around £50million.
One of the most solid defenders in Europe, Alderweireld could be an ideal signing to provide an upgrade on struggling stars such as Chris Smalling and Phil Jones.
Chelsea have also been linked with Alderweireld, but United seem confident they can win the race for his signature this summer.
Danny Rose
In a second raid on Tottenham, United boss Mourinho has also requested the signing of Danny Rose at left-back.
The 27-year-old may not have been a regular for Mauricio Pochettino’s side this season, but remains in favour for England, getting a call-up ahead of Luke Shaw.
Rose may now be just the man to replace Shaw after his struggles at Old Trafford.
Raphael Varane
Long regarded as one of the best young centre-backs in Europe, Raphael Varane’s career has stalled slightly in recent times.
No longer a guaranteed starter for Real Madrid, the France international is being lined up by United this summer in what could prove a smart move.
Varane shone under Mourinho at Madrid earlier in his career and this switch could help get him back to his best.
Samuel Umtiti
Another option at centre-back is reportedly Barcelona’s Samuel Umtiti, whose contract situation is a bit of a worry for the Catalan giants.
The 24-year-old has shown himself to be one of Barca’s top performers in recent times and would certainly make a fine addition at Old Trafford.
Jose Gaya
Finally, another option at left-back could be Valencia’s Jose Gaya, who has impressed Mourinho.
Still only 22, the Spaniard has long been regarded as bright prospect in European football and will surely be on the move to a bigger club before long.
If United don’t sign Rose, Gaya seems an ideal alternative for the Red Devils in that problem position.