A number of clubs in the United States are also interested in Valencia

Sheffield United are among the clubs who have made an offer to free agent and former Manchester United captain Antonio Valencia.

The defender is available on a free after leaving United at the end of last season.

A number of clubs from the United States are also believed to have interest in Valencia.

Sheffield United have offered a contract to ex-Manchester United captain Antonio Valencia

The 33-year-old, who is currently on international duty with Ecuador, is yet to make a decision on his future.

The Premier League new boys are also plotting an audacious bid to sign Franck Ribery on a free.

Former Manchester United winger Matty Willock, meanwhile, has signed a two-year contract at Gillingham.