Transfer news: Fernandes contract a 'priority'
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Manchester United have been in positive talks with Bruno Fernandes since July. The 27-year-old wants to stay at Old Trafford and his contract is considered a "priority", along with fellow midfielder Paul Pogba. (Fabrizio Romano, via Twitter), external
Fernandes is closing in on a new five-year deal at United worth more than £250,000 a week, increasing his salary by nearly £100,000 a week. (Sun), external
Also, United wanted to negotiate a deal with Napoli for Senegal captain Kalidou Koulibaly, 30, this summer but were not willing to match the Serie A side's £34m valuation for the centre-back. (Corriere dello Sport, via Express), external