Jose Mourinho 'tells friends and PSG' he is Manchester United bound and has Gonzalo Higuain deal wrapped up

The Special One continues to be linked with a move to Old Trafford 

Simon Rice
Sunday 17 April 2016 07:09 EDT
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Jose Mourinho with Valencia owner Peter Lim in Singapore
Jose Mourinho with Valencia owner Peter Lim in Singapore (Reuters)

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Jose Mourinho has told PSG and close friends that he will become Manchester United manager this summer, according to reports.

The Mirror also claim that the coach has lined up a deal to bring Napoli striker Gonzalo Higuain to Old Trafford.

Mourinho has been linked with Manchester United since being sacked by Chelsea late last year. There is a growing expectation that current boss Louis van Gaal will be removed from his position at the end of the seaon with the Special One coming in to replace him.

Mourinho has been linked with PSG following the French club's elimination from the Champions League, however the reports suggest he is destined for Old Trafford despite the genuine interest.

Napoli striker Gonzalo Higuain
Napoli striker Gonzalo Higuain (Getty Images)

Should he arrive, he could be joined by Higuain. The Argentina international has reportedly been lined up in a £70m deal. His current club are seeking more but the 28-year-old, who has scored 32 goals this term, is entering the final two years of his contract meaning Napoli may have to accept less or see his value depreciate further.

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