Man United 'make contact' with £25m striker as new Jarrad Branthwaite swap plan offered

Manchester United are yet to take action in the transfer market ahead of the 2024/25 season.

Erik ten Hag's side ended last campaign on a high after beating Manchester City in the FA Cup final, though plenty of improvements are required heading into a fresh campaign.

One of the ways in which change may be brought about could be by bolstering the first-team squad, which is in need of a mini clear-out in the coming weeks in order to provide the best possible chance of challenging at the top end of the table next term.

There have been plenty of reports regarding moves United could make in the coming weeks, though it remains to be seen if any materialise.

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The Red Devils are being linked with Lille striker Jonathan David and are said to be one of four Premier League clubs weighing up a deal for the 24-year-old. David is under contract at Lille for another year but is yet to commit to an extension past 2025.

On the books of Lille since 2020, the Canadian has hit double figures in each of his four seasons and managed 26 goals in 47 appearances last term. The i has claimed United have 'made contact' with David's representatives and that he is 'high' on the shortlist. Aston Villa, Tottenham Hotspur and West Ham are also reportedly keen, and David could be available for £25million.

MEN Sport says: "This would be a smart piece of transfer business by United if they are able to make it happen. Lille president Olivier Letang recently confirmed David would be allowed to leave this summer, offering even more of an incentive to strike a deal. At £25m, this would surely be a