Jesse Lingard is a player who has been linked with a move to Bramall Lane practically every day this month, with talkSPORT transfer guru Alex Crook the latest to chip in on the saga.
Crook told White and Jordan on talkSPORT: “Clubs are literally queuing up for Jesse Lingard, not just in England.
“West Ham, Tottenham, and Sheffield United have all expressed an interest.
“We know about Nice, Porto have also been mentioned to me, but Manchester United’s stance hasn’t really changed.
“Despite the fact that Lingard isn’t part of Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s plans, he’s reluctant to trim his squad.
“So I think this is one that will go right to the end of the window when Solskjaer can assess his squad, see who’s fit and see if he can let Lingard go out and play football.”
As reported by The Star earlier in the week, the Blades believe they have a genuine chance of signing the 28-year-old, despite their ugly position in the league table.
Representatives acting on behalf of Chris Wilder are already thought to have met with Lingard and his team, and the United boss suspects the player himself would prefer to remain in England.
Indeed, Lingard won’t be short of options should Solskjaer sanction a loan exit before the deadline on Monday, February 1 at 11pm.
Here’s a round-up of some of the other transfer rumours involving Sheffield United and their Premier League rivals this morning:
1. Wolves set to sign Jose
Wolves are closing in on the loan signing of Real Sociedad striker Willian Jose, which includes an option to buy at the end of the season. Completion of the deal could take until next week due to post-Brexit work permit rules. (Daily Telegraph) Photo: Juan Manuel Serrano Arce
2. Hammers prepare fresh En-Nesyri bid
West Ham United are preparing a fresh £32million offer for Sevilla forward Youssef En-Nesyri but the La Liga club want at least £35million with a higher fixed fee, paid up front and not in installments. (Daily Star) Photo: DAMIEN MEYER
3. Gunners make Odegaard approach
Arsenal have made an approach to sign Real Madrid attacking midfielder Martin Odegaard, though face strong competition from at least one other Premier League club and Real Sociedad, where he impressed on loan last season. (Sky Sports) Photo: JORGE GUERRERO
4. Man Utd join race for Brazilian wonderkid
Manchester United have made steps to beat Barcelona and Manchester City to the signing of Brazilian wonderkid Gabriel Veron. The Palmeiras forward has a £53million release clause but potential suitors could force their hand by offering around £18million. (Sport) Photo: Miguel Schincariol