Manchester United shocked by latest developments involving Roma star

MANCHESTER UNITED are set to be dealt a massive blow as Roma's Kevin Strootman closes in on a lucrative new contract, according to reports.

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Talksport claims that the Serie A outfit are keen to keep the Holland international at the club despite his ongoing injury woes.

United were tipped to make a move for Strootman in the January transfer window, but Louis van Gaal opted to stay faithful to his current crop of players.

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Kevin Strootman is reportedly closing in on a new Roma contract

However, recent reports suggested that the Red Devils were plotting to swoop for the 25-year-old at the end of the season.

But Talksport believes that Roma are set to offer a contract running until 2020, with a significant increase on his current £80,000-per-week wages.

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