Midfielder Shakhtar Fred is interested in Manchester United.

Previously, the interest of MJ to Fred was reported by The Mirror. Now the authoritative The Times confirmed this information, adding that the trainer of the "red devils" Jose Mourinho is interested in the transfer.

It is assumed that the transaction value will be 30 million pounds. In Manchester United, Fred can replace Marwan Fellaini, who intends to leave the club.

Interest in the Brazilian is attributed to Manchester City. And in this case, in the transfer of the Brazilian supposedly interested in the head coach - Josep Guardiola. Fred previously admitted that while no one had contact with him.

As part of the "townspeople" Fred can become a successor to another ex-player Shakhtar Fernandinho. Ferna plays a key role in the City this season, but will soon be 33 years old.

In addition, the media reported that Arsenal wants to see in its ranks Fred.

In the current campaign, the Brazilian played 24 matches and scored 2 goals in all tournaments for Shakhtar.