Stroot this way for United

Manchester United have been given permission to talk to PSV Eindhoven star Kevin Strootman with an intent to signing him next summer.

The player, who has quite possibly the Dutchest name in football, has starred in PSV's midfield and Sir Alex Ferguson is a keen admirer and possibly the answer to some of United's problems in that area of the pitch. 

AC Milan are interested, too, but United will look to line up a bid in the region of £15m for the Dutchman but, according to his agent, the 25 year old will not be available until next summer.

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