Southampton's Gareth Bale is "90 per cent certain" to join Manchester United before the transfer window shuts, according to a report today.
United are the frontrunners to sign the Wales left-back and the deal looks likely to go through this month despite Southampton manager George Burley claiming Bale would not be moving at least until the summer.
The Premiership leaders are reportedly ready to strike a deal worth around £5.5million, but Southampton are asking closer to £10million.
The 17-year-old's arrival at Old Trafford could spell the end of Gabriel Heinze's United career, with several national newspapers claiming Spurs are plotting a £5million bid for him once the Bale deal is struck.
After missing the start of the season through injury, the Argentine has slipped behind Patrice Evra in the pecking order and could look for a way out.
If he does so, Martin Jol will be keen to bring him on board and is happy to match the 28-year-old's Old Trafford pay packet. Juventus are also confirmed admirers of the tough-tackling South American.
