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Manchester United tried to hijack Liverpool's pursuit of Jeremy Jacquet on Sunday, according to reputed journalist Florian Plettenberg.
The Red Devils are likely to sign a new centre-back in the summer with Harry Maguire expected to leave when his contract expires on June 30.
United made a late attempt to hijack Liverpool's move for Jacquet yesterday, but their move was unsuccessful, as per Plettenberg.
Jacquet had already agreed on personal terms with Liverpool, while Rennes also reached a verbal agreement with the Reds over the fee.
The Premier League holders will pay around £60 million for the highly-rated centre-back, who is dubbed as the new William Saliba.
Jacquet has already travelled to the North West tonight. He will undergo a medical before signing a long-term deal starting next summer.
United viewed Jacquet as a market opportunity and will now need to look elsewhere to bolster their central defence ahead of next season.
Chelsea also missed out on the opportunity to sign him.
Written by Sri Aswin
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