Manchester United are reportedly set to offer €21 million to prise Ivorian midfielder Yaya Toure away from Barcelona. Manager Sir Alex Ferguson is understood to be keen to strengthen United's midfield given the constant injuries plaguing Owen Hargreaves and the loss of form from the likes of Michael Carrick and Anderson.
A report in Spanish publication Sport claims that Ferguson has identified the 27-year-old as a key target in bolstering United's capabilities in the middle of the park, particularly from a defensive viewpoint.
While Barca coach Pep Guardiola is said to be keen to retain the services of Toure, reports yesterday stated that the Catalan outfit would consider releasing the player for a fee of €30-35 million.
As a result of dropping own the pecking order, Toure is believed to be seeking a move away from Camp Nou and potential suitors from the English Premier League would be keen to wrap up a deal prior to the World Cup to avoid the player's value soaring after the finals.
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