As things stand, Rasmus Hojlund, who has enjoyed a solid pre-season so far, is the leading candidate to spearhead United's attack for the season opener. However, the club hope to sign RB Leipzig striker Benjamin Sesko to become the new face of their forward line.

Newcastle have tabled an offer worth £69.8million including add-ons and United are said to be ready to match that bid after fresh talks with Leipzig over the weekend. Ruben Amorim has made Sesko his top transfer target and Sky Germany say United are now planning to lodge an official bid for him.

Arsenal retain an interest in Crystal Palace’s Eberechi Eze. The England international has many admirers at Arsenal and would be keen to move to north London. In theory, it looks like a straightforward deal: Eze has a release clause in his contract worth in excess of £60m.

Sports Illustrated rounds up the latest transfer rumors and gossip from around the world. Manchester United have enquired about the prospect of signing Alexander Isak, Florian Plettenberg claims. The Newcastle United striker is thought to remain adamant on joining Liverpool but the Reds are reportedly not planning to submit a second bid after their first offer was so forcefully rejected.