London: Manchester United have held talks over a move for Atletico Madrid goalkeeper David De Gea, the player's agent, Hector Rincon, has confirmed.
The 20-year-old has been heavily linked with a move to Old Trafford during the summer as the Red Devils ramp up their search for Edwin van der Sar's replacement.
Rincon told sport.co.uk: “Well, we did have talks with Manchester United but, first of all, they always look for an agreement with the club.
“Anyway, most of the biggest European teams have shown interest in David de Gea.”
Asked whether Atletico were prepared to sell their star goalkeeper, Rincon suggested that United may have to pay full minimum fee inserted into the player's contract.
“You would have to ask the club," he said. "What I can tell you is that his release clause now is €20 million [£17.6m], but I have no idea if the club would sell him for less.
"Right now, the player has a contract with Atletico Madrid and if Manchester United or any other team want him they will have to reach an agreement or pay the whole release clause.”
He added that several other English clubs have asked about the youngster's situation, and that Wigan had attempted to buy the player before he burst onto the scene.
“Well, some time ago, before he became an important player in Atletico, Wigan made an offer, but the club rejected it," said Rincon.
"Recently, I don't want to say any names but all the big clubs in England and in Europe have asked about him.”
Meanwhile, The Times claim that if the two parties are unable to reach an understanding, then United could make a move for Schalke's Manuel Neuer.
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