First January signing: Man United step up efforts to sign 28-year-old midfielder

Manchester United are considering a move for Rúben Neves, with the club preparing to make the 28-year-old midfielder their first signing of the January transfer window, according to The Guardian.

The Old Trafford hierarchy have reportedly given the green light to pursue several names on their winter shortlist, and Neves has quickly emerged as one of the most attainable targets.

Neves, currently at Al Hilal in the Saudi Pro League, is understood to be available for around £20 million...