Manchester United in talks to sign Super Eagles captain Wilfred Ndidi

Manchester United have held talks to sign Besiktas midfielder Wilfred Ndidi before the end of the winter transfer window, according to former Sky Sports journalist Alan Myers.

It was gathered that Man United wants to bring the Nigerian international to the Old Trafford club, and Myers has shared an update.

Ndidi is open to joining the Red Devils as he wants to return to England a year after leaving Leicester City for Turkey.

The 29-year-old spent nine years with the Foxes, playing 303 games during the eight seasons they spent in the English top-flight, and Man United could do with his experience.

Their head coach, Michael Carrick would be open to strengthening his options in the middle of the park, and Ndidi fits the bill.

Man United have Casemiro in the role, but  Ndidi could be brought in for quality competition and cover.

The former Leicester star can also play as a centre-back having actually started his career there, and his versatility could come in handy at the Theatre of Dreams.

His strengths include winning aerial duels, tackling, blocking, and intercepting the ball, and Man United have been crying out for such a type of player in their midfield.