Manchester United Transfer News: Latest Rumours on Rodrigo Caio, Matteo Darmian

Manchester United are reportedly poised to open talks with Sao Paulo regarding a £12 million move for Brazilian star Rodrigo Caio. Meanwhile, a January exit looks increasingly likely for right-back Matteo Darmian.

According to the Daily Star’s Paul Brown, Caio is “set to leave” his Brazilian employers in the new year, and the Red Devils are considering a £12 million offer for the central defender.

However, clubs in La Liga and Serie A are also reported to be interested in the South American, who can play in the middle of defence or as a deep-lying midfielder.

Bleacher Report’s Jonathan Johnson previously cited a report from French newspaper L’Equipe, which said Ligue 1 giants Paris Saint-German could offer competition for the defender’s signature this winter:

L’Equipe say PSG’s January CB transfer targets are Sao Paulo’s Rodrigo Caio, Benfica’s Victor Lindelof & Roma’s Antonio Rudiger.

— Jonathan Johnson (@Jon_LeGossip) September 30, 2016

AC Milan and Sevilla are mentioned as two of the other suitors also chasing Caio’s services, meaning United could struggle to convince the 23-year-old Old Trafford is the optimal destination.

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