Manchester United have asked to be kept informed about Jan Oblak's intentions as they renew their efforts to sign a replacement for David de Gea, according to reports.
Erik ten Hag has serious concerns over De Gea's suitability for his style of football and the Red Devils manager is intent on bringing in a goalkeeper who can push for a starting role at Old Trafford. United have been linked with a host of shot-stoppers in recent years but one name which seemingly dropped off their radar is that of Atletico Madrid star Oblak.
The Slovenia international, 29, is regarded as one of the best 'keepers in world football and was linked with a sensational part-exchange move to United back in the 2014/15 season, during his first season with Atletico.
Ultimately, nothing came of the talks Atletico instigated with super-agent Jorge Mendes, who represents De Gea - but the Red Devils are interested in Oblak once again. That is according to the Evening Standard, which claims United have submitted a request to be kept abreast of Oblak's situation.
The report notes Tottenham are heavily interested in the former Benfica man as they aim to replace a long-serving goalkeeper of their own, namely Hugo Lloris. Oblak only signed a new six-year contract this summer but Atletico are reportedly open to the idea of letting him depart after his many years of service in the Spanish capital, dating back to 2014.
Boosting Premier League clubs' hopes of signing Oblak is the fact his release clause - formerly £107million - is thought to have lowered significantly with his new deal. That being said, it will not be cheap to sign him, as it is believed he is among the top five highest-paid players in Spain.
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United and their rivals may also have been alerted to Oblak's comments about playing in the Premier League from earlier this year. He told GOAL : "It is difficult to know what can happen in the future. You have a contract.
"The Premier League is an interesting league and I don't know what will happen in the future. I like it, I am a person who likes new challenges, but as I said I have been at Atleti for seven years, a long time has passed, I am happy and I don't know what will happen in the future.
"If you asked me seven years ago if I would be at Atleti, I can only say that I am happy because this year we are fighting for the title and that is what I want. That my team is competitive enough to fight for titles."
