Manchester United 'hours away' from signing Benfica ace Nicolas GaitanMANCHESTER UNITED are reportedly "hours away" from signing Benfica ace Nicolas Gaitan. By Izzy Horsefield 03:06, Sat, Aug 1, 2015 | UPDATED: 04:51, Sat, Aug 1, 2015 Link copied Bookmark Nicolas Gaitan - Spotlight On United have been linked with the Argentina international for the last two years. And the 27-year-old has been touted as a potential replacement for Paris Saint Germain-bound Angel Di Maria. Red Devils boss Louis van Gaal is said to be desperate to sign the winger. And Spanish news outlet Fichajes claim that while an agreement has not been reached by the two clubs, a deal could be met "within hours".GETTYManchester United are reportedly 'hours away' from signing Benfica ace Nicolas Gaitan Related articles Manchester United to pounce for unhappy Gaitan as Di Maria agrees exit Nicolas Gaitan 'confident' he will replace Angel Di Maria at Man Utd SUBSCRIBE Invalid emailWe use your sign-up to provide content in ways you've consented to and to improve our understanding of you. This may include adverts from us and 3rd parties based on our understanding. You can unsubscribe at any time. Read our Privacy Policy Google