Manchester City now considering £59m midfielder who Manchester United bid for this weekend

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Manchester United might be looking to make a few new signings but they could face issues from the old enemy in Manchester City for one top target.

Both City and United are keen to strengthen their squads but so far, with the Euros going on, things have been relatively quiet in Manchester.

The Red Devils are yet to get going this summer but there are claims they are about to get busy in the market.

Joshua Zirkzee is set to sign from Bologna, while a deal for Matthijs de Ligt is also being pursued.

However, when it comes to signing a midfielder to bolster the ranks, it looks like United may have to fend off local rivals City.

Manchester City considering Joao Neves after Manchester United bid

Reports this weekend have claimed that United have made a move to sign Benfica star Neves.

It’s suggested the Red Devils have launched a £59m bid for the young midfielder who is one of the most in-demand young players in Europe.

However, a report from Portuguese outlet O’Jogo now claims that Man City are also in the mix for Neves.

Their report says Neves features on a list City have as they consider their options for if the likes of Kevin de Bruyne or Bernardo Silva depart.

Benfica are believed to value Neves at closer to the £100m mark so it seems likely the £59m offer from United will be rejected.

City, of course, have strong relations with the Portuguese market having signed the likes of Ruben Dias, Bernardo Silva and Ederson in the past.

For Neves, a move to City could be more appealing to him right now than United.

Champions League football, being in the mix for titles, and the chance to work with Pep Guardiola are all tempting factors.

United, then, will be hoping City go cold on Neves if they want to get their own deal over the line.