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Manchester United ‘in talks with Leipzig star Christopher Nkunku and set to make transfer bid next week' as they look to beat Chelsea to the Frenchman this summer

Manchester United will table an offer for Christopher Nkunku next week as they look to beat Chelsea to the midfielder's signature, according to reports.

United have been keeping tabs on the 24-year-old, who was named as the Bundesliga Player of the Season earlier this week, ahead of Erik ten Hag's arrival.

Now that the new United manager is firmly in place, the club are said to be ready to make a formal offer for the Leipzig star.

Manchester United will table an offer for Leipzig star Christopher Nkunku next week

According to Sky Sports Germany, Nkunku's representatives are 'in contact' with Manchester United over a potential deal this summer.