Hull City’s bid to land a Liverpool youngster on a loan deal for the remainder of the season looks set to fall flat after competition from a rival Championship club.
Arsenal are also being tipped with a move to sign a new forward, having seen a bid rejected for Villa star Ollie Watkins. Mathys Tel also remains a target, with the Gunners said to be battling United.
Ruben Amorim says Manchester United are "trying everything" to strengthen his squad before the transfer window closes following another home defeat – but will not repeat "the mistakes of the past".