According to reports from The Daily Star, Manchester United have joined Chelsea and Manchester City in the race to sign Juventus centre-back Leonardo Bonucci.
The 6 foot 3 centre-back has claimed four consecutive Serie A titles since signing for the Old Lady in summer 2010, forming a formidable partnership with the likes of Giorgio Chiellini and Andrea Barzagli, and earned a spot in the division’s Team of the Year last season.
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Former Juventus manager Antonio Conte is set to take over at Chelsea next season whilst Manchester City-bound boss Pep Guardiola has recently admitted he’s a huge fan of the 53-cap Italy international, leading to reports of both Premier League clubs launching rival bids during the summer transfer window.
But according to The Daily Star – who cite reports from Gazzetta Dello Sport – Manchester United are also a fixture in the race to sign the 28-year-old, with the Italian publication claiming the Blues and the Red Devils are ‘ready to pull heavy cheques’ if he becomes available.
The Old Trafford outfit still require a long-term partner to Chris Smalling, with utility man Daley Blind filling the void this season amid injuries to Phil Jones and Marcos Rojo.