With Marcus Rashford heavily linked with a move away this month, United would be prepared to sanction a transfer for an attacker if he leaves. Kobbie Mainoo and Alejandro Garnacho are no longer deemed as 'untouchable' for a sale and selling either one or Rashford would help fund a new signing.

The 20-year-old winger is increasingly of interest to the west Londoners but there remains a question whether they will pay close to the asking price.

Chelsea are now the frontrunners to sign Alejandro Garnacho with Manchester United expecting to receive a first bid very soon. football.london understands Chelsea are targeting a left winger this month.