The Blues have reportedly agreed a £35million deal with Monaco for the defensive midfielder. Because his Three Lions appearances were in friendlies, he was still free to switch allegiance to the country of his birth. He called me for a five-minute chat and told me, ‘Even if youre not in the squad, Ill still phone you. His importance to Jurgen Klopps side was underlined earlier this season when he signed a five-year contract until 2022 with no release clause included. Besiktas have also shown interest, with skipper Atiba Hutchinson recommending his international team-mate to the Turkish giants. He was also sent home from the pre-season tour of America, after arriving late for the flight and a team meeting. Middlesbrough 1-3 Manchester United : United go above Arsenal in title raceThe Sun. The defensive midfielder, 22, would offer competition to NGolo Kante as the Blues first-choice holding midfielder. EPA9The striker grabbed a right-footed goal for England against LithuaniaEngland football fans sing . Keep up to date with ALL the Manchester United news, gossip, transfers and goals on our club page pl.