Manchester United intensify the chase for Fabrigas

Man United continue with their bid for Cesc Fabrigas following last two failed bids. Their latest bid stands at £30m plus. Manager David Moyes has confirmed he is still targeting the 26-year-old as his first capture since taking over as manager at Old Trafford. He told a news conference in Osaka that "things are ongoing".

United tabled £15m in their first bid in mid July which Barca rejected and reaffirmed their commitment to retain the 26 year Spanish international at in Spain.  Since then executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward flew home from the club's Asia tour to try and secure his capture.

Meanwhile United manager Moyes said that Robin van Persie has recovered from a thigh injury in time to play in United's next tour match against Cerezo Osaka on Friday.  He added that Wayne Rooney, who returned early from the club's tour with a hamstring injury, is also on the mend and that the  28 year striker was training in Manchester alongside injured Nemanja Vidic and Nani as well as Antonio Valencia.

Speaking to reporters, Moyes added: "There was a practice match at Carrington the other day. "Vida, Nani and Valencia all had playing time in that match.

"Wayne is also running and at the level we thought he'd be at. He'll step that up this week."