Brazilian star Daniel Alves has been made available by
Seville - and United are heading the queue to grab
him.
The 25-year-old attacking right-back is one of the hottest
properties in Spain.
And United, Chelsea and Barcelona have all been linked with the
South American star.
Alves' team-mate Luis Fabiano is also rumoured to be interesting
Reds boss Sir Alex Ferguson as he looks for a fit and prolific
replacement for Louis Saha, who is said to interesting West
Ham.
Seville president Jose Maria Del Nido claims he's rejected three
offers of £20m for Alves.
"The storm that is pre-season has begun and Daniel has been put on
the market without Sevilla doing so," said Del Nido.
"We respect his decision. But if we do not receive a substantial
offer for him he will stay with us as he still has four years to
complete on his contract.
"Many English and Italian clubs have asked after his availability
but we have rejected a number of offers.
"And we have rejected offers of more than 25m euro.
"Seville will not reduce the player's value as we do not need the
money.
"However, we will not reject offers when there is a chance to
grow as a team.
"Our aim is to enter into the Champions League and every other
available competition. So we have to think about the most
beneficial option for the team."
On Brazilian Fabiano, Del Nido insisted: "He is nearer to staying
with us. But a final agreement is still far away.
"However, if he stays it is clear that he will become one of the
best paid players of the squad."
United clearly need to strengthen at right-back because of the
uncertainty over Gary Neville's future.
Wes Brown was outstanding last season but is also needed to cover
for Rio Ferdinand and Nemanja Vidic in the centre of defence.