Schalke chairman Clemens Tonnies: Manchester United are interested in Manuel Neuer

FC Schalke 04, Manuel Neuer (Bongarts)

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Schalke chairman Clemens Tonnies has revealed that Manchester United are interested in goalkeeper Manuel Neuer.

Neuer, who has 18 months left on his current deal, is rated as one of the best goalkeepers in Germany, and with Schalke having a disappointing campaign in 2010-11, there have been reports suggesting that the 24-year-old could leave for a bigger club in the summer.

United could be in the market for a new goalkeeper in the summer, as Edwin van der Sar has announced that he will retire at the end of the season.

Bayern Munich are also keen on Neuer, with coach Louis van Gaal openly expressing an interest in the player, and now Tonnies has revealed that United are genuinely keen on signing the Germany international as well.

“An international consultant has approached me and informed me that Manchester United are interested in Neuer,” the Schalke chief told Bild.

“If Manchester United present us with a written request, then we will deal with it.”