The Croatian remains high on Jose Mourinho’s wish list after months of speculation linking him with a move to Old Trafford.
Italian-based journalist Tancredi Palmeri today claimed that the Red Devils were close to agreeing a deal for the 28-year-old – although it is unclear whether they will match Inter’s reported £48m asking price.
Despite speculation linking him with a move away from the San Siro, Perisic lined up for Inter against Bayern Munich last night.
And he proved to be a key man as the Italians triumphed over their German counterparts in a routine 2-0 victory, providing a beautiful assist for the second goal of the game.
Charging down the left side of the pitch to retrieve a wayward pass, Perisic managed to reach the ball before it rolled out of play on the byline to whip an inch-perfect cross onto the head of the oncoming Eder.
The Italian international didn’t need a second invitation, planting a firm header beyond Sven Ulreich.
United fans watching online were left purring over the stunning cross, pleading with Mourinho to get the deal done.
“We need somebody who can put crosses in for Lukaku,” said one supporter.
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“It was embarrassing against Barca, Blind had so much space and there wasn’t one good cross from him.”
Another wrote: “We don't have anyone in our team that can do that.
“This signing needs to happen.”