Man United close in on £25m Schneiderlin deal

Manchester United are closing in on a £25m deal for Morgan Schneiderlin, according to Daily Express.

Both Arsenal and Spurs have been heavily interested in the French midfielder but have been told in recent weeks by the Saints that they will not accept anything less than his set asking price.

The Saints have been firm in keeping the midfielder after seeing a number of key players leave the club last summer.

The club are adamant that the 25-year-old will not leave for less than £25m, a fee that Manchester United are willing to pay and are said to have made a bid.

United are keen to replace Michael Carrick, who has not matched his similar form of recent seasons.

Boss Louis van Gaal has a massive transfer budget this summer and is already looking at a number of transfer options – including – Nathaniel Clyne, Carlos Bacca and others.