Jose Mourinho is in the market for a centre-back this summer and Roma defender Kostas Manolas could fit the bill after he revealed he wants to play for United.

The 27-year-old Greece international provided one of the moments of last season when his header secured a dramatic Champions League quarter-final comeback victory for Roma against Barcelona.

Manolas signed a contract extension until 2022 last year but his latest comments suggest he might not see that deal out.

"It's only natural you want to play for the biggest clubs, like Barcelona, Manchester United, PSG and Bayern Munich," Manolas told Greek outlet Sport24 when asked about the next step in his career.

"I think I could make the difference anywhere I went, even at Barcelona. Although I have never spoken to Barcelona."

MEN Sport understands United currently have no concrete interest in Manolas and the defender, although he has lofty aspirations, currently seems content with life in the Italian capital.

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"I realised that I was important for the club when it was time to renew my contract in November and I had a conversation with [Francesco] Totti and Monchi," Manolas said.

"I do not know if Roma wanted to sell me. Why did I decide this for my future? They showed me from the beginning that they want me to stay.

"They trusted me. When I signed the contract, Totti came over and kicked me on the backside!"

Tottenham centre-back Toby Alderweireld is being targeted by United, who are keen to add another experienced defender to their squad this summer.