Ex-Man Utd star 'pushes' current team to sign player released by Ruben Amorim
Former Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea is attempting to bring Victor Lindelof to Serie A side Fiorentina following his release from Old Trafford, reports claim.
Defender Lindelof was released by United boss Ruben Amorim at the end of last season following eight seasons with the club.
He still managed 25 appearances in all competitions for the Red Devils last season but only started six times in the Premier League, signalling the end of his time in Manchester.
Lindelof proved to be a valuable member of the United squad during his spell as he made 284 appearances and won two trophies.
The 30-year-old will now be looking ahead to his next chapter after becoming a free agent and Fiorentina have become an option for him.
According to Corriere dello Sport, Lindelof's former United team-mate is "pushing" to bring the centre-back to the Viola.
The pair spent six years together at United and De Gea's involvement in the deal comes after he himself revitalised his career after joining the club - playing 42 times for the team and making some fabulous saves.
The report says Fiorentina are ready to offer Lindelof a contract at the club, knowing he can be snapped up for free.
It adds that the club feel the Sweden star would offer "valuable experience" as well as back-up following the exits of Matias Moreno and Nicolas Valentini.
Should Lindelof join the club, he will be playing in the UEFA Conference League after the club finished sixth in Serie A last season.
Along with De Gea, Lindelof would also be playing alongside former Manchester City forward Edin Dzeko and ex-Everton star Moises Kean.
Lindelof was one of three senior players who were released by Manchester United at the end of the campaign, including Christian Eriksen and Jonny Evans.
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