Man Utd ponder move for Real Madrid's Salgado

Manchester United have expressed an interest in Real Madrid fullback Michel Salgado.

The Spanish international has established himself as one of the best attacking fullbacks on the continent over the past two years.

Concerns over Gary Neville's fitness has lead United boss Sir Alex Ferguson to look for alternatives.

Having held talks with Ajax over Hatem Trabelsi and also Barcelona for Carles Puyol, Fergie is now considering a move for Salgado.

The pacy right-sided defender is entering the final year of his current contract.