Manchester United monitoring Rennes striker Kader Meite, potential sale of Joshua Zirkzee could pave way for move | OneFootball

Manchester United are monitoring Rennes striker Mohamed Kader Meite ahead of the winter transfer deadline next Monday, according to Sky Sports.

It is unlikely that Man United will move for the 18-year-old as things stand, but their stance could change if the potential sale of Joshua Zirkzee goes through.

The Dutchman is attracting interest from Juventus, and the Red Devils could look to bring a replacement if he is sold.

Man United are expecting a quiet end to the winter transfer window and will only consider any potential sales if they receive a significant bid for any of their players.

It is unclear whether Juve will offer a juicy bid for Zirkzee, and the Red Devils will wait to see what happens.

They have been tracking Meite for a while and see him as a future transfer target, having been impressed with his performances at senior level.

The teenage sensation has made 17 league appearances for Rennes this term, weighing in with three goals and two assists in six starts.

Interim manager Michael Carrick deployed Bryan Mbeumo as a number nine in the victories over Manchester City and Arsenal, but he could do with more striking options.

Meite has proven his considerable potential in just a short while in France, notching two goals in 12 league games for the senior team after scoring 12 goals at youth level last term.

However, a move to Man United could come too early for him. He needs to keep playing regularly ahead of a potential swoop by the Red Devils or other potential suitors.