Sir Alex Ferguson wants Pepe Reina to be Manchester United’s new No.1.
United boss Ferguson is at the head of a queue of clubs who believe Liverpool star Reina may become available because of unrest at Anfield.
The Spain international is to hold talks with Liverpool’s new owners NESV after becoming concerned about the club’s long-term direction.
He could be the first man to move between Liverpool and their bitter rivals in either direction since Phil Chisnall left Old Trafford in 1964.
With Liverpool struggling under Roy Hodgson, American tycoon John W Henry faces a battle to convince top stars like Reina, Fernando Torres and Glen Johnson that the future is bright.
Ferguson has been assured that money will be made available for big signings after the Glazer family promised Wayne Rooney they will compete in the transfer market, and Reina would set them back £12million.
Liverpool do not want to sell, and especially not to their fierce rivals. But there is a growing feeling that Reina may be available.
The Spaniard is believed to be unhappy that Hodgson is using 68-year-old former keeper Mike Kelly as part of his coaching team and he has been putting Reina through some training routines.
Ferguson’s current No.1, Edwin van der Sar, turns 40 on Friday.
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