Manchester United chasing defender Leonardo Bonucci after AC Milan are kicked out of Europe
The Red Devils are monitoring the situation at the Serie A giants as they target the Italian defender following their Europa League expulsion
MANCHESTER UNITED could move Leonardo Bonucci following AC Milan's ban from European competitions, according to reports.
The Italian defender moved to the Rossoneri 12 months for £35 million, one of many arrivals at the club last summer.
United boss Jose Mourinho will look to entice the Bonucci to Old Trafford with the promise of Champions League football.
The Red Devils are monitoring the current situation in Italy, and could make a formal offer in the near future, as reported by Gazzetta dello Sport, via .
The 31-year-old is nearing the exit after Uefa expelled the San Siro outfit from the Europa League for breaching the Financial Fair Play rules.
AC Milan will appeal against their one-year ban but they are still expecting a mass exodus following their huge investment last summer.
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Bonucci, 31, had won six Serie A titles during his seven years at Juventus before heading to Milan.
But the Rossoneri could only managed sixth, despite bringing in over £160 million worth of new talent.
The Italian defender was their most expensive arrival, while Portugal striker Andre Silva failed to impress, despite joining for over £33m.
Now a host of players are expected to leave the San Siro as they look to play in European competitions next season.