MANCHESTER UNITED have had "positive talks" with Monaco defender Axel Disasi, according to reports.
It is understood the Red Devils could sell club captain Harry Maguire in the summer as he seeks more game time.
That would leave them searching for a replacement centre-back in the transfer window.
According to GiveMeSport, United have held promising discussions with Disasi over a potential move to Old Trafford.
The 25-year-old has shown his versatility at Monaco by playing as both a centre-half and right-back.
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He has played 41 times for the Ligue 1 side so far this season, registering an impressive six goals and four assists.
His progressive passing has also caught United's eye.
Monaco are fighting for a Champions League place as they sit five points behind second-place Lens and three behind third-place Marseille.
The top two in Ligue 1 qualify for the Champions League group stage, with the third-place side earning a spot in the preliminary rounds.
But if Monaco do miss out on Europe's elite competition, Disasi could seek a move.
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United look set to qualify for the Champions League as they sit fourth in the Premier League, three points clear of Tottenham with a game in hand.
Disasi's price tag is understood to be in the region of £44million as he still has two years left on his contract.
He also has international pedigree having already secured three caps for France.