Sunday, 8th June, 2014
Manchester United have been linked with a potential bid for Barcelona left-back Jordi Alba in the event they are unable to close a deal with Southampton for Luke Shaw.
The Red Devils have made a bid of £27m for Shaw, but negotiations with Southampton have stalled, with the Saints unwilling to make any decisions on their players until the installation of a new manager.
Manchester United remain confident of snapping up Shaw, however plans appear to be being made at Old Trafford in case the 18-year-old slips through their fingers.
According to Spanish outlet Fichajes, Manchester United boss Louis van Gaal is keen on Alba as an alternative signing.
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The Spain international suffered an injury restricted season for Barcelona this term, managing just 15 appearances in La Liga.
Alba remains a key man at the Camp Nou though, but with Barcelona aiming to shake their squad up under new coach Luis Enrique, a hefty offer from Manchester United may yet find favour with the Catalan giants.
The 25-year-old, who joined Barcelona from Valencia in 2012, has a contract with the club until 2017.
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