Manchester United and Tottenham are battling for Nice defender Jean-Clair Todibo.

The Manchester Evening News says United and Spurs are chasing Todibo's signature ahead of the January market.

OGCN are seeking an initial €60m to sell the France international.

United have the edge on all rivals for Todibo with Nice owned by Sir Jim Ratcliffe, who is about to buy a 25 per cent stake in the Premier League giants.

A new centre-half is a priority position to be strengthened by United manager Erik ten Hag.