Possible Manchester United defensive targets

Bruno AlvesAt 28, the Porto defender would not fit with United's policy of signing up-and-coming players, but he would offer valuable experience and Champions League pedigree.Simon KjaerThe Dane, 21 in March, is being eyed by Liverpool and Manchester City, but United are leading the race for the £18 million-rated Palermo defender. Related ArticlesReal Madrid prepare £20m bid for Nemanja VidicManchester United v Wigan: preview'Van der Sar will remain with wife'Ferdinand and Evans near returnTransfer TalkSport on televisionGiorgio ChielliniUncompromising Juventus and Italy centre-half, the 25-year-old is a rugged defender in the Vidic mould. Manchester City could still thwart United by signing him in January.Gary CahillHis star has dimmed, but United have been monitoring his progress. Bolton's £20 million valuation could be a problem.Uros CosicUnited are trailing CSKA Moscow's 17-year-old Serbian, but the youngster is one for the future rather than a ready-made performer.

Source: Telegraph