Sir Jim Ratcliffe might face disappointment in the transfer market with rivals Manchester City tipped to beat them to their top summer target.
Sir Jim has already discussed his key targets with senior figures at Old Trafford, ahead of an expected summer transfer splurge.
A key target already identified is Jarrad Branthwaite from Everton, who is one of the rising stars in English football. United appear desperate to add at least one centre-half to their squad this summer.
However, it seems that Ratcliffe might experience his first transfer setback with United as City are planning to make a move for the 21-year-old defender.
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