Napoli to make new bid for Manchester United defender Matteo Darmian?

Napoli reportedly maintain an interest in signing Manchester United defender Matteo Darmian.

The Premier League giants are prepared to sell Darmian during the current transfer window, and the full-back is looking to return to Serie A.

Juventus had been the favourites to sign the 28-year-old, but according to the Daily Mail, it now appears that Napoli are ready to secure the signing of the player.

Last year's top-flight runners-up are said to prefer a loan deal, but the latest report indicates that a bid of £18m may be made in the coming days.

Darmian has played an active role for United during their pre-season tour of the United States due to injuries to Antonio Valencia and summer arrival Diogo Dalot.