Manchester United are favourites to sign Roma defender Kostas Manolas.

Calciomercato.com says Atletico Madrid, Juventus and 'all the big English clubs' are vying for Manolas' signature.

However, United are in 'first place' when it comes to a deal.

Manolas has previously stated his interest in both Real Madrid and Barcelona but may be offered a similar wage packet should he move to Old Trafford.

United are desperate for a new central defender and will be pleased to hear Manolas only has a €36m (£30.8m) release clause.