Man Utd interested in transfer swoop for Barcelona ace Arturo Vidal with Solskjaer facing midfield injury crisis
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MANCHESTER UNITED are reportedly leading Inter Milan in the race to snare Arturo Vidal away from Barcelona this month.
The 32-year-old - who is claimed to be suing the Blaugrana over unpaid bonuses - could be on his way out of the Nou Camp with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer keen on the midfielder.
Speaking on Chilean sports show , reporter Herman Chanampa stated that the Red Devils have outbid Inter in their quest to land the two-time Copa America winner.
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He revealed that United are looking to wrap up a deal quickly for the £17million-rated man due to their injury crisis in midfield.
Both Paul Pogba and Scott McTominay are facing spells on the sidelines, and Solskjaer knows he needs to strengthen his squad if they wish to finish in the top four.
Chanampa has insisted that United's relationship with Vidal's entourage is strong, with his representatives being instrumental in the signing and departure of Alexis Sanchez.
United known they face competition from Inter as Antonio Conte looks to be reunited with the ex-Bayern Munich ace following their stint at Juventus together.
Vidal hinted last month he could be set for a move away from Spain when asked to provide an update on his current contract with Barca.
He said: "It is not me who makes the decision on plays or not, that is down to the coach.
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"But the people will see in the end and I am calm because I just want to keep making the most of the opportunities given to me and to carry on aiming to win titles and lift trophies in the future''.
Vidal has impressed this season for the La Liga giants - chipping in with six goals in 15 league games.
He still has 18 months left to run on his deal, but Barca are wary that his best years may be behind him.