Manchester United still keen on signing Thomas Vermaelen from Arsenal

Manchester United reportedly remain confident of capturing the signature of Thomas Vermaelen this summer, despite rival interest from Barcelona.

United are still working on a deal to sign the Belgium defender from Arsenal despite their initial bid being turned down, according to Goal.com. Vermaelen is said to want out of Arsenal this summer, but Gunners boss Arsene Wenger wants to sign up a replacement before they sanction his sale.

Spanish giants Barcelona could yet complicate the deal after rekindling their interest in the former Ajax man, who has 12 months remaining on his current Arsenal contract.

The Catalan club recently completed the signing of Jeremy Mathieu from Valencia, but are looking to bring in another defender this summer.