Manchester United's Eric Bailly celebrates after a match [Pool via REUTERS/Carl Recine]Manchester United are looking to tie Eric Bailly down to a new long-term contract amid interest from clubs across Europe. However, with clubs in Italy and Spain expressing an interest in Bailly, United could offload him at the end of the season if he does not commit to a new deal. According to The Sun, United are hopeful Bailly will agree to a three-year contract at Old Trafford, even though they are in the market for a new defender. Manchester United's Eric Bailly, left, and Manchester City's David Silva battle for the ball during the English Premier League soccer match between Manchester United and Manchester City at Old Trafford, Manchester, England, Saturday, Sept. 10, 2016. Fiorentina star Nikola Milenkovic has emerged as a target for United as his contract is also nearing its final 12 months.

Source: Standard Digital February 28, 2021 12:41 UTC