Manchester United have made RB Leipzig defender Dayot Upamecano their top defensive target this summer - according to reports.
United are set to make Ajax captain Donny van de Beek their first signing of the summer in the coming days after talks between the clubs accelerated over the weekend.
The Reds still hope to complete a deal to sign Borussia Dortmund star Jadon Sancho but are yet to reach a breakthrough in negotiations for the England international.
ESPN suggest Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will prioritise signing a world-class defender to partner Harry Maguire after sealing the Van de Beek deal with Leipzig ace Upamecano top of his shortlist.
The Frenchman has emerged as one of the world's most promising defenders after establishing himself as a first-team regular for the Bundesliga side at the age of 21.
United are willing to sell Chris Smalling, Marcos Rojo and Phil Jones in the current window and the report states there is belief that a deal for Upamecano can be struck before the October 5 deadline despite the youngster only recently signing a new contract.
Elsewhere, reports suggest Memphis Depay is against the idea of re-joining Manchester United this summer.
The Dutchman has been mentioned as a possible alternative to signing Sancho after getting his career back on track with Lyon following a dismal spell at Old Trafford. United have a first option clause on the winger following his sale to the Ligue 1 club.
CaughtOffside report Depay would be against the idea of returning to the club as his experience at United was considerably tainted following multiple clashes with former manager Louis van Gaal.
MEN Sport understand Kingsley Coman, Douglas Costa, David Brooks and Rabbi Matondo are options for United if they fail to land Sancho.
