Manchester United may have just been handed a glimmer of hope in their pursuit of ‘world-class’ fullback Alphonso Davies. Despite being linked with the Canadian in recent months, fans had conceded defeat that the likelihood of acquiring his signature was low after all signs pointed towards him signing a new deal with Bayern Munich.

Manchester City are close to adding another young center back this January, as reports claim the club have agreed a $36 million fee with Palmeiras for 19-year-old Vitor Reis.