Left back Gabriel Heinze is poised to make a move from Manchester United to Real Madrid in Spain. It is reported that the fullback flew to Spain on Saturday to discuss the potential move with the Real chiefs.

Real is interested in Heinze to replace Roberto Carlos and have expressed their confidence in winning any potential bidding war.

Heinze said: “I am convinced that if a good offer arrives then Manchester United will let me go.”

Italian super-power Juventus has also expressed interest.

The Real Madrid offer is reported to be in the £5million range.