Manchester United Set To Sign "Perfect" Carrick Replacement

Manchester United are reportedly very close to signing highly rated Internacional of Brazil centra midfielder Rodrigo Dourado as the replacement for Michael Carrick according to daily star.

Manchester United had struggled in the just concluded premier league season whenever Michael Carrick is not playing which proves the importance of the 33-year-old former England international. He has been one of the most underrated Manchester United players over the years. His presence solidifies the midfield however, he is not getting younger and judging by reports, LVG knows this and would like to replace him this summer.

Dourado has impressed for Internacional in the Brazilian league and his wonderful performance hasn’t gone unnoticed as aside United, Chelsea, Liverpool, the two Milan clubs and Atletico Madrid have all been linked to him.

But according to Globo Esporte, a well rated media house in Brazil, the player likes Manchester United and it is his dream to play for the red devils. However, with the new work permit law, it will be interesting to see whether Manchester United will be able to close the deal and manage to get him a worth permit.

Manchester United currently have Ander Herrera and Daley Blind aside Carrick able to play the same role as Dourado but neither have shown to be good enough.