Man United eye Juventus defender Gleison Bremer as they draw up three-man shortlist for summer transfer window

Manchester United are exploring a summer deal for Juventus Brazilian defender Gleison Bremer, according to talkSPORT.

United are keen to sign two new centre-backs in the next transfer window, with Raphael Varane out of contract and Victor Lindelof up for sale.

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The Red Devils have also expressed interest in Fulham star and soon-to-be free agent Manchester City youth product Tosin Adarabioyo.

They are also admirers of Everton’s Jarrad Branthwaite.

Bremer, 27, signed from Turin two years ago on a five-year contract for £42.5million.

He was recruited to replace Matthijs de Ligt, who left to join Bayern Munich.

Since then, he has made 80 appearances for the club, scoring eight goals and registering one assist.

Three of those goals have come in 34 Serie A matches this year, with Juve currently third in the league.

He also made four appearances for the Brazil national team.

But if the Red Devils want him, they will have to deal with his £51.5m release clause.

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Man United have been hampered by a lack of options in central defense on numerous occasions, most notably in the FA Cup semi-final against Coventry.

Harry Maguire was the only fit senior centre-back available for Erik ten Hag’s side.

In addition to Man United’s defensive record this season, the Red Devils are making investment in their backline a priority.

Dan Ashworth, who is set to take over as sporting director following INEOS’ investment in the club, will have a tough task ahead to turn things around after another disappointing season for United, who currently sit eighth in the Championship.