That’s the verdict of pundit Steve Nicol.

United want Perisic, 28, on board but Inter are proving tricky customers.

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They want £50m for the Croatian winger, but Starsport understands Jose Mourinho’s side are looking to pay £40m.

Former Liverpool star Nicol thinks United will be getting someone who can hit the ground running at Old Trafford - if they can get the transfer over the line.

"Good player," Nicol said on ESPN FC when quizzed about Perisic.

"I think he's a good player yeah. He probably wasn't ready when he was young to go to a Man United.

"But at 27, 28 it could be ideal. (The) perfect age."

Inter head to the Far East on a pre-season tour on Tuesday.

And United are keen to get Perisic on board before his club jet off.

Mourinho has secured Victor Lindelof and Romelu Lukaku so far this summer.

He’s now turning his attention to adding a winger and defensive midfielder.