Report: Manchester United eye Turkish defender Omer Toprak

Leverkusen's Turkish defender Oemer Toprak celebrates after scoring his team's first goal during the UEFA Champions League Group A football match against Real Sociedad de Futbol on December 10, 2013
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A report in Germany claims that Manchester United are closely monitoring Bayer Leverkusen's Turkish centre-back Omer Toprak.

Manchester United have reportedly scouted Bayer Leverkusen centre-back Omer Toprak in recent weeks.

Widespread speculation has claimed that the Red Devils will look to bolster their defensive options during the summer with at least one new arrival in that position.

According to German publication Kicker, one of those targets is Leverkusen's Turkey international Toprak.

However, the report adds that United may face some competition for the 26-year-old's signature from Bayern Munich.

Toprak, who has been with Leverkusen since 2011, is contracted for another three years.

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