Gilberto To Join Man. United?

Hertha Berlin's Gilberto has emerged as a candidate to give Manchester United extra cover at left back.

The 31-year-old's agent Alexandra Martins claimed agreement with United was close after talks on a new deal at his German club broke down over his demand for £1.75million a year.

Gilberto's contract runs out at the end of the season and United manager Sir Alex Ferguson is ready to snap up the tough-tackling left-sided defender or midfielder.

Gilberto said: 'I have received offers from England, Portugal and Brazil. I have become accustomed to winning trophies with Brazil and would like to do the same at club level.' Hertha general manager Dieter Hoeness said: 'Trying to extend his contract is a priority for us.'
- The Daily Mail -