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Jose Mourinho has finally responded to rumours regarding the transfer of a new centre-back this summer.

The Manchester United manager is expected to address his squad’s weaknesses in various positions by bringing in a number of new additions.

And for several months now, Victor Lindelof has been deemed as Mourinho’s main target in his search for a new centre-back.

Reports recently suggested that the 23-year-old was preparing for an imminent $45.1 million (€40 million) move to Old Trafford.

However, Mouriho played down those rumours – for now – when asked about the potential deal.

“I will not say if I want him or not, I think it’s incorrect.” the United boss said

“Rui [Vitória, Benfica manager] is not going to be happy with another club manager talking about a player who is his, the president would not be happy to see that.

“Lindelof is theirs and as long as he’s theirs, he’s theirs.”

William Prescott 
Jose Mourinho has finally responded to rumours regarding the transfer of a new centre-back this summer. The Manchester United manager is expected to address his squad's weaknesses in various positions by bringing in a number of new additions. And for several months now, Victor Lindelof has been deemed as Mourinho's main...