Manchester United are reportedly ready to make a move to sign Sporting Lisbon defender Goncalo Inacio.

The Lowdown: Arsenal display

Inacio is only 21 years of age but has already made more than 100 senior appearances for Sporting. One of those came against Arsenal in the Europa League on Thursday, with the Portugal international turning out in a back three.

He was Sporting’s best-rated defender in the 2-2 draw, as per SofaScore, scoring against Mikel Arteta’s side in the first half. Inacio even created a big chance, completed two tackles and won five duels, with his display catching the eye at Old Trafford.

The Latest: Transfer news

Sports Witness relayed an update from Correo da Manha Weekend regarding Inacio and United.

They claimed that the Red Devils are ready to make a move for the defender following his performance, with Sporting aware of the interest and looking for €35m (£31m).

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The Verdict: Agent Bruno?

Inacio actually shares the same agent as Bruno Fernandes, so the United star could well look to speak with his fellow countryman about a move to Manchester.

He appears to be going from strength to strength and has been hailed as a 'sensation' by football talent scout Jacek Kulig, so a move could be a wise one by United both in the short and long run.

Who knows, he could be viewed as a potential replacement for Harry Maguire, who has fallen out of favour under Erik ten Hag and has recently been linked with a move to PSG, so it could be worth keeping an eye on Inacio over the coming months.