Manchester United have launched a bid for Benfica defender Victor Lindelöf.

The 21 year-old Sweden international has been watched extensively by United scouts this season.

Sportbladet says along with United, Bayern Munich, Real Madrid, Barcelona and Juventus are also interested in Lindelof.

And United have this week tabled a firm bid for the defender.

Lindelof has shone for Benfica at fullback this season.