Manchester United to sign Crystal Palace defender

Manchester United are reportedly close to agreeing a deal for Crystal Palace defender Nathaniel Clyne.

The 20-year-old is out of contract in the summer after four years at Selhurst Park.

United had a deal for the England Under-21 international rejected in January as the player's agent believed that a better deal could be found.

However, the Premier League champions are now ready to make a second move for Clyne, according to The Metro.

Palace would be entitled to compensation for Clyne due to the fact that he is under 23 years old, but a £2.5m fee from United is expected to satisfy the Championship club.