Ruben Amorim's side have so far welcomed Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo as new reinforcements, but an attacker remains high on their priority list. A number of options are being considered, including Nicolas Jackson, Ollie Watkins, and Sesko.

Rasmus Hojlund has warned Manchester United target Benjamin Sesko he plans to “stay and fight” for his spot in the starting XI. United struggled for goals last season and their recruitment team are in the process of exploring striker options this summer.

United are in contact with RB Leipzig after deciding to prioritise a move for the striker above Aston Villa’s Ollie Watkins