Lazio ace coveted by Man United in contact with Man City

This summer is set to be a crucial one for Man United in particular, as Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s new board can finally get to work in a transfer window.

Given that the INEOS-led partial takeover came just too late for Sir Jim to have any real input in the January window, this summer is the first chance for the new regime to show the Old Trafford faithful what they’re about.

Although Financial Fair Play will always ensure that United do studious rather than reckless business, Sir Jim et...