Man U offer cash-plus-Mkhitaryan to Juventus for Dybala

Manchester United have had a huge bid for Juventus striker Paulo Dybala turned down. The Sun says Juve have rejected an offer of £70million plus Henrikh Mkhitaryan from United for Dybala.

It is understood the reigning Serie A champions want around £86m for the highly-rated Argentinian — which is the same price as Antoine Griezmann’s buy-out clause.

The Frenchman had been United’s prime target, however Jose Mourinho believes the money would be better spent elsewhere and the Red Devils have ended their interest in the Atletico Madrid hitman.

Dybala has a similar style to Griezmann but, at 24, is two years his junior and would arguably represent better value for money.

Meanwhile, it has also been reported that Juventus are pushing to sign Liverpool contract rebel Emre Can next month.

Tuttosport says Juventus have upped the stakes in an effort to persuade Liverpool to sell Can by offering Marko Pjaca in part exchange.

The Old Lady want to send the Croatian winger to Anfield on loan.

The Germany international has refused to sign a new contract and can pen a pre-contract agreement with foreign clubs next month to join on a free transfer next summer.

Jurgen Klopp may still harbour hope of an extension for his compatriot, though failure to show signs of a compromise may push the Reds into negotiating to receive something, rather than losing the player for nothing.

Frank Jumbo with Agency Report