Manchester United have been linked with a move for Jean-Clair Todibo, with Nice boss Francesco Fairoli reacting to the transfer talk.

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Red Devils still looking to addFrench star in their sightsDeadline day edging closerWHAT HAPPENED?

The Red Devils are back in the market for another centre-half as questions continue to be asked of Harry Maguire’s future at Old Trafford. Former Barcelona defender Todibo is said to be figuring prominently on United’s recruitment radar.

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Todibo has rebuilt his reputation in France after making just five appearances for Liga giants Barca, with the 23-year-old considered to be fulfilling his undoubted potential. There has been talk of United making a move to acquire the Frenchman in a €40 million (£34m/$43m) deal.

WHAT THEY SAID

Farioli has addressed those rumours, telling reporters of the speculation that continues to rage around Todibo: “These rumours have existed since the start, so we’ve developed antibodies against them – be it the team or myself. There are a few days left – we’ll see. There is a chance that he stays, and I would be happy because he’s a quality player and he would be very hard to replace. I hope the rumours stay rumours.”

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United are expected to step up their interest as the summer transfer window draws to a close, with the Premier League heavyweights having until September 1 in order to get deals over the line – with Todibo seemingly open to the idea of taking on a new challenge in England.