English Premier League clubs have entered the race to sign Ghanaian defender, Mohammed Salisu from Real Valladolid this summer.
Salisu, 21, has been a star in the ongoing La Liga campaign.
Reports suggest Manchester United and Everton are battling to sign the centre back after his move to French Ligue 1 side, Rennes, collapsed.
Salisu is reported to have said he prefers to play in the Premier League next season.
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The enterprising youngster is also being monitored by Atletico Madrid.
Salisu has a release clause of £10.8million and has a contract with Real Valladolid until 2022.
He tops the list of LaLiga defenders for the most clearances with a whopping 136 already this season.
Newcastle United and Norwich City have also been linked to the centre-half.