Manchester United are considering a shock move for Matthijs de Ligt following the Juventus star's failure to settle in Serie A.
And United could use Paul Pogba as bait in a stunning bid to lure the Holland international to Old Trafford. De Ligt, 20, joined Juve last summer in £67.5m deal but has struggled to make an impact at the Italian champions.
The centre back has battled to cope with the expectations on his young shoulders in Turin - and made just 15 league starts this season.
De Ligt, who replaced Juve legend Giorgio Chiellini as captain, also suffered knee and shoulder problems to add to his problems.