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Manchester United 'in pole position' to sign Fabian Ruiz ahead of Liverpool and Arsenal but Declan Rice remains priority target as Paul Pogba is set to leave Old Trafford for free at the end of his contract

Manchester United are leading the race to sign to sign Napoli midfielder Fabian Ruiz, according to reports in Italy.

Ralf Rangnick is eager to add to his options in the middle of the park as Paul Pogba is expected to leave Old Trafford when his contract expires at the end of the season.

West Ham United star Declan Rice has been a long-time target and remains the club’s No 1 choice, but alternatives have been identified.

Fabian Ruiz has starred in Serie A for Napoli this season, scoring five goals in 16 appearances

One of those is 25-year-old Ruiz, who has been one of the star performers in Serie A this season.