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Manchester United, Liverpool interested in Diego Carlos?

By Ben Knapton, Senior Reporter | 03 September 2020

Man Utd, Liverpool interested in Diego Carlos?

Manchester United and Liverpool are reportedly ready to rival Manchester City for the signature of Sevilla defender Diego Carlos, who has a €75m release clause.

Manchester United and Liverpool are reportedly set to battle it out for the signature of Sevilla centre-back Diego Carlos.

The Brazilian played a key role in the heart of Julen Lopetegui's defence last term, helping Sevilla achieve a top-four finish and a sixth Europa League triumph with 45 appearances across all competitions.

However, speculation has been rife regarding the centre-back's future following his impressive campaign with Sevilla, with several top European clubs linked with a swoop for Carlos in recent weeks.

According to Marca, Man United and Liverpool have taken a liking to the 27-year-old and are firmly in the race to sign Carlos this summer.

The report claims that Sevilla may sanction a sale as they look to balance the books in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, but Carlos possesses a €75m (£66.9m) release clause in his current deal, which runs until 2024.

Manchester City have also been credited with an interest in the South American, despite reports claiming that the Citizens are edging closer towards a deal for Napoli's Kalidou Koulibaly.