• Paris Saint-Germain president: winger is too expensive • End of pursuit could open way for Louis van Gaal’s side

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Paris Saint-Germain have called time on their pursuit of the Real Madrid winger Angel di María after being priced out of a deal. Manchester United are now reportedly the frontrunners to land the 26-year-old should he leave the Bernabéu.

The French champions, who on Thursday unveiled £50m centre-back David Luiz, the former Chelsea player, have not hidden their interest in Argentina international during the summer transfer window.

The PSG president, Nasser Al-Khelaifi, admitted the transfer would not happen, particularly given the club’s situation with regards to financial fair play. Speaking at Luiz’s unveiling, he said: “We spoke to Real about Di María but he was too expensive.”