MANCHESTER UNITED have made an enquiry over the availability of James Rodriguez for next summer — and have been told he would cost them £50million. am PSTIt is most likely that United will try and drive the asking price down though - with ?£42m looking expensive for a central defender who is unproven in Europes top leagues. PA:Press Association3Rudy Gestede has scored four goals for Villa this season but has spent most of . d convinced Jose Mourinho he didnt need to sign a new central defender in January. amford BridgeArsenal have been tracking the Swiss international for the past couple of months, but the Blues have decided to move quickly to steal a march on their London rivals. us fixtures, results and live match commentaryBenfica have no indications that United have given up in their pursuit of the Swedish international. Gundogan and with Fernandinho suspended again following his sending off against Burnley for a reckless challenge, the need to strengthen in midfield becomes even more of a priority. Keep up to date with ALL the Real Madrid?news, gossip and transfers on our club pageWhen asked about. He has also become one of the first players on the England team sheet, most memorably starring for the Three Lions in their 3-2 win over Germany in Berlin last year. The former Southampton man has appeared for less than 15 minutes in the Premier League this term and only featured in eight games this season.