MANCHESTER UNITED observers were at San Paolo to watch two players as Napoli suffered a shock 2-0 home loss to Atalanta, according to reports in Italy.
Despite Jose Mourinho and Co. busy winning the EFL Cup at Wembley on Sunday, the club was still planning for the summer.
And, Gazzetta dello Sport report Old Trafford scouts were present to watch long-term target — Franck Kessie, as well as Napoli right-back, Elseid Hysaj.
Atalanta have been a revelation in Serie A this season, with Champions League qualification now a genuine possibility.
And, while Kessie’s performances have been at the forefront of their success, onlookers would not have too impressed as the 21-year-old two bookings in four minutes to earn a late red card.
The Ivorian recently revealed he would love a move to Old Trafford, admitting: “I like the Premier League and in particular Manchester United, the club I dream of playing for.
“Chelsea is also a big club, nobody would turn them down, but I dream of United.”
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Meanwhile, Hysaj has also enjoyed an impressive season for Napoli and would slot in well in Mourinho’s system.
Antonio Valencia has been one of United’s best-performers at right-back this season, but is still a converted winger.
And, with the Ecuadorian now 31, Mourinho would prefer a long-term option.
Albanian, Hysaj, is 23 and is under contract at Napoli until 2021.
Atalanta’s Champions League ambitions were given a massive boost when on-loan Juventus centre-back, Mattia Caldara, scored twice to earn a superb win.
They are now in fourth place, just three points behind Napoli, who occupy that third and final spot.
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