Manchester United are closing in on Nigel de Jong (Picture: Getty)

Manchester United are reportedly set to seal the signing of Nigel de Jong with talks already at an advanced stage.

United were linked with former Manchester City man De Jong last month and have now made their move.

The Dutchman, whose contract with AC Milan expires at the end of the season, has rejected a new deal and is in talks to sign for United.

Reports in Italy say the transfer is progressing nicely, with the 30-year-old already rejecting other offers to seal the switch to Old Trafford.


Milan are resigned to the signing happening, and are already looking for a replacement.

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