Manchester United face competition from Liverpool for Real Valladolid goalkeeper Sergio Asenjo.

United are regarded as favourites for the young Spaniard, whose contract carries a relatively affordable £4 million buyout clause.

However, Sport says Liverpool have also been in contact as they consider Asenjo as potential cover for Pepe Reina. Indeed, he could arrive at Anfield as Liverpool's new No1 if Reina is tempted to Atletico Madrid next summer.