Man Utd to sign Falcao on permanent deal

Manchester United are believed to have agreed on a permanent deal for Colombian international Radamel Falcao, according to a report.

The talented marksman joined the Red Devils from Monaco over the summer, and has since then scored three goals for the club.

According to Spanish source Marca, United boss Louis van Gaal has been impressed by Radamel's showing in recent weeks, and has decided to seal his permanent transfer for a reported fee worth £38.8m.

United are currently third in the Premier League.