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The Portuguese midfielder is attracting major interest following his impressive season in front of goal.

Fernandes has been linked with Premier League champions Manchester City in recent weeks.

But according to A Bola, United are the front-runners to land the 24-year-old in the near future.

The Portuguese outlet claim Old Trafford chiefs have a meeting with Sporting officials this week where they hope to be able to thrash out a deal.

United want an agreement sorted before the Nations League concludes on Sunday due to the significant interest in the player.

And it is claimed the Red Devils will then announce the deal as soon as the competition has ended.

A Bola report United are willing to pay between £62m and £72m to ensure Fernandes moves to Old Trafford.

The Sporting star told Portuguese media last month that it was a 'dream' of his to play in England.

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“I always said that I came back to Sporting because they have ambitions like the ones I have," Fernandes told Diario de Noticias.

"I said that I would leave Sporting once my ambitions were greater than those of the club, but they are not at the moment. The ambition to be national champion is still here and so I have no reason to leave.

"Obviously if an irrefutable proposal for me arrives, and it’s good for the club, let’s get together and decide together.

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“I always said that I was an ambitious player and from a very early age I have a dream of playing in England, where you can live pure football without big controversy, without big cases.

"Now, any of the other leagues, Germany, Spain and Italy are also very good and ambitious.

"But as I said I’m good at Sporting and now I’m focused on the cup.

"Then I want to make a good pre-season and if anything comes up I’m available to do what is best for the club.”