Man Utd send Italian club Torino into 'panic' after Red Devils initiate talks with goalkeeper Vanja Milinkovic-Savic as possible Andre Onana replacement

United have initiated contact over the possibility of signing Milinkovic-Savic in the summer transfer window. The Serbian international, who has enjoyed a fine season in Serie A so far, is now firmly on the Red Devils' radar as the club consider replacing error-prone Onana this summer.

The latest report from transfer guru Fabrizio Romano reveals United have made preliminary enquiries and intend to take advantage of a €20 million (£17m) release clause in Milinkovic-Savic's contract, which is valid only for overseas clubs. The condition has reportedly concerned Torino's management, prompting club president Urbano Cairoto to rush negotiations for a new contract in order to raise or remove the buyout clause.

United's interest in the 6ft 8in shot-stopper comes after a disappointing season for their current goalkeepers. Onana, who is first-choice, has made several high-profile mistakes, most notably in the UEFA Europa League clash against Lyon, which led manager Ruben Amorim to drop him from the starting XI. However, when given the opportunity, backup goalkeeper Altay Bayindir failed to make the most of it, raising more questions about United's goalkeeping options.

Speaking to GIVEMESPORT, transfer expert Fabrizio Romano explained United’s strategy: "Manchester United are preparing an important summer transfer window with several movements expected. It’s not only Matheus Cunha as the club has started making contact over other potential targets ahead of the upcoming months."

"One of the positions to follow will surely be the goalkeeper; it’s not an urgent priority compared to other positions in the team, but for sure it is one of many roles Man United want to cover in the summer"

"Torino goalkeeper Vanja Milinkovic-Savic has recently been added to the list at Man United also with initial contacts made to explore a potential summer move, based on the price tag wanted by the Italian club for their Serbian goalkeeper."

Milinkovic-Savic was once on the books at United, having moved to Old Trafford as a teenager in 2014. He spent his only season there back on loan at Vojvodina, the Serbian club he joined from, and was let go by the Premier League side after just a year having failing to earn a work permit.

Torino are already said to be preparing for life without their No.1. The Serie A club are looking at possible replacements, with Jonathan Klinsmann of Sampdoria and Loris Karius, who is leaving Schalke, on their list.

All eyes are now on Torino’s ability to renegotiate terms with Milinkovic-Savic amid United's interest as they look to make the most profit possible from any deal. If they fail, United may find themselves with a clear path to signing a new first-choice goalkeeper.

United, meanwhile, are now focused on the UEFA Europa League final against Tottenham, having beaten Athletic Club over two legs to get there. Winning the competition will give Amorim's men Champions League football next term and likely provide a boost to the club's transfer funds this summer.