Manchester United boss Mourinho has earmarked Tottenham star Alderweireld as his chief defensive transfer target this summer.

The Belgium international may quit Spurs having fallen down Mauricio Pochettino’s pecking order, with the Argentine often preferring to call upon Davinson Sanchez as the north London side finished third in the Premier League.

Alderweireld has even put Manchester United on red alert by recently saying: “I wanted to show that I am still the same Toby as in November.

"I really do not know anything yet. In my head I just go to Tottenham. We'll see."

Manchester United have endured mixed results with defenders in recent years, with both Eric Bailly and Victor Lindelof struggling for fitness and form.

And the Independent say that, though Tottenham are standing their ground, United feel they will land their man.