Manchester United have held talks to sign a midfielder on loan until the end of the season, according to journalist Ben Jacobs.
He did not disclose the identity of the player in question, but insists the Red Devils have held talks.
The unknown midfielder has Premier League experience and is currently playing outside of England.
Man United have named Michael Carrick as their interim manager until the end of the season and are ready to support him during the winter transfer window.
They tried to sign Carlos Baleba from Brighton & Hove Albion last summer, but a deal did not materialise.
There are no guarantees that Man United will sign the player in question, but enquiries have been made.
The Red Devils have also been linked with Crystal Palace star Adam Wharton and Nottingham Forest’s Elliot Anderson, but they will not be sold this winter.
United return to Premier League action tomorrow when they host Manchester City, and Carrick will be eager to hit the ground running by picking up all three points.
The Red Devils are expected to name a new permanent manager at the end of the season, but Carrick will be desperate to prove himself and boost his chances of getting the job permanently.
Carrick needs all the help he can get if Man United are to secure Champions League football for next season, and quality additions to the squad this month would come in handy.
