Manchester United are confident Burnley defender Michael Keane wants a return to Old Trafford.

The Manchester Evening News says United are increasingly confident they will win the race for Keane.

Jose Mourinho has identified the Burnley defender as a player with the potential to become Old Trafford's John Terry.

United are preparing a bid of around £25m - but know they face competition from Tottenham, Liverpool and Everton.

United were confident the 24-year-old centre back was eager to return to Old Trafford - even before he allegedly told a fan that was his preferred move this summer.

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