Darwin Nunez price set and other Manchester United transfer rumours

Manchester United are preparing to launch a €71million bid for Benfica starlet Darwin Nunez during the upcoming transfer window - according to reports. Nunez has emerged as one of the hottest properties in Europe this season due to his impressive form for the Portuguese outfit.

The 22-year-old has scored 26 goals in all competitions from 33 appearances. Nunez is on the radar for elite teams across the continent and is thought to be demanding Champions League football next term.

Of course, United still have work to do in that respect as they find themselves locked in a fierce top-four race with Arsenal, Tottenham and West Ham. Arsenal remain in pole position.

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Despite signing Jadon Sancho and Cristiano Ronaldo last summer, key figures in the Old Trafford boardroom might recruit further attacking options for next season and Nunez features high up on the list, according to reports. There is also expected to be one outgoing in that area as Edinson Cavani heads into the final months of his contract.

Fichajes suggest the Premier League giants are lining-up an offer worth €71million for the Uruguayan. However, any hope they might have of signing him could come down to on-field exploits.

Elsewhere, reports from The Mirror claim United are preparing to enter the pursuit for highly-rated Middlesbrough defender Djed Spence. The 21-year-old has spent most of this campaign on loan at Nottingham Forest - where he's played alongside Academy graduate James Garner.

Right-back has proven to be a long-standing issue for United with Aaron Wan-Bissaka and Diogo Dalot not able to convincingly hold down the position. With one eye on the future, United are being credited with