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Manchester United 'have made their move for Monaco defender Vanderson with the £52m-rated Brazilian set to leave the French side'... but Barcelona 'are also keen on the right-back and have already had an approach rejected'

Manchester United will rival Barcelona for the signing of Monaco defender Vanderson, according to reports in Spain.

The Brazilian right back has impressed at Stade Louis II since joining the French side on New Year's Day from Gremio for around £9.5million.

And Sport claim that despite United and Barca's approaches being knocked back this summer, they will return next year to try to sign the promising defender.

Manchester United will reportedly rival Barcelona to sign Monaco defender Vanderson (right)
The 21-year-old right-back has impressed for Monaco since his move from Gremio in January

Barcelona made their interest known in mid-August, when manager Xavi made it clear he does not want Sergino Dest.