Everton boss Ronald Koeman wants to reunite with Jose Fonte but Manchester United are also interested
EVERTON boss Ronald Koeman has launched a £9million bid for defender Jose Fonte but may face stiff competition from Jose Mourinho's Manchester United.
Koeman wants to strengthen his defence ahead of the upcoming season and eyes the Portugal international as the ideal man to improve his back four.
However they may face a stumbling block with Mourinho's Manchester United looking to add experience in central defence.
Mourinho's first choice is Juventus' Leonardo Bonucci but with the Italian side reluctant to lose the 29-year-old, he could turn his attentions to the Southampton man.
Fonte, who was part of the Portugal side that were crowned Euro 2016 champions, has a contract until 2018 but it is believed that the Saints may be willing to cash in if the offer is right.