BENJAMIN PAVARD is reportedly "fighting" to be Harry Maguire's replacement at Manchester United.
But the Red Devils could be put off by Bayern Munich's £35million valuation for the defender.
Former captain Maguire looks set to leave Old Trafford this summer.
And Sky Sports report the Frenchman is among the top targets lined up by Erik ten Hag to bolster his back line.
It is claimed the defender will push hard to complete the move - although the two clubs are yet to agree a fee.
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Pavard, 27, is into the final 12 months of his current contract at the Allianz Arena having joined from Stuttgart in 2019 for £31.4m.
He has no intention of signing an extension and wants to leave for a new venture.
However, despite his deal running out, Bayern are said to still want around £30m to £35m.
That fee, though, is more than United want to pay for the World Cup winner who can operate at right-back or centre-back.
And they will only get the Pavard deal over the line once Maguire's exit has been confirmed.
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United accepted a £30m offer from West Ham.
And SunSport revealed the League Cup holders will pay off Maguire with a £6m golden handshake to sweeten the deal.
However an agreement has still not materialised with Ten Hag confirming Maguire could feature in Monday night's Premier League opener against Wolves.