United are reportedly keen to sign Benfica centre-back Antonio Silva as Harry Maguire's replacement, with the club captain likely to leave Old Trafford next summer.
Harry Maguire was allegedly told by the Red Devils that he could leave as a free agent in 2023, where his ranking at the club has dropped due to his poor form.
The defender's former club Leicester City are believed to be watching the situation closely, with the 29-year-old likely to pay just £26m for a transfer fee of just £26m next year.
Manchester United have identified Antonio Silva as a prime transfer target, according to Italian journalist Rudy Galetti, with the 19-year-old considered one of the most exciting players in European football.
The centre-back, who was selected for the 2022 FIFA World Cup, has been a key player for Benfica during the 2022-23 season, having made 17 appearances in all competitions.
Antonio Silva has started all six of the Champions League group stage this season and is also an important player in the league, making nine appearances and scoring twice in the last 5-1 win over Estoril Praia.
Liverpool are also interested in the centre-back, while Paris Saint-Germain are also said to be keen to sign him during next summer's transfer window.
However, according to Italian journalist Rudy Galetti, Manchester United are stepping up their pursuit of the Portuguese and their manager Eric Tenhach is determined to bring him to Old Trafford next year.
The youngster has not yet made an appearance for Portugal, but due to his performances this season, he was selected for the World Cup by Portugal national team manager Fernando Santos.
Lisandro Martinez has been a regular at United since joining in the summer, with the Argentine forming an impressive centre-back combination with Rafael Varane.
Recent selections have also suggested Victor Lindelof is ahead of Maguire in Eric Tenhach's consideration of the centre-back position, with Maguire likely to leave next year.
Harry Maguire wore the armband throughout the summer and started the 2022-23 season with the squad, but he has not been a regular since the 4-0 defeat to Brighton in August.
In addition to Harry Maguire, Axel Tuanzebe and Phil Jones are both expected to leave United next summer, while Eric Bail could leave permanently, which will make room for the team to bring another centre-back for the 2023-24 season.
This article is original by Lao Hu Dahua Sports, please pay attention, thank you!