Man Utd to step up interest in Atletico Madrid star

Koke has been compared to Barcelona star Xavi and has recently been strongly linked with a move to the Catalan giants.

The Daily Star reports that United are ready to activate the £16m release clause of the 21-year-old midfielder.

United boss David Moyes has been impressed by Koke’s form so far this season and is keen to bring the Spanish international to Old Trafford.