Manchester United have been tipped to complete a deal for Hoffenheim midfielder Roberto Firmino, according to reports in Germany.
Louis Van Gaal has been plotting a move for the 23-year-old all season, and looks set to make a move for the starlet in the summer.
Reports in Germany suggest that United are weighing up a huge-offer for Firmino, who has netted six-goals in 26-Bundesliga outings.
But the Old Trafford side face stiff competition from their North-West rivals, Liverpool, who are also keen on an £18m deal.
by Ben Reardon