Tottenham have made contact with Manchester United as they look to do a deal for the France forward. But United, who want to keep the 22-year-old, have priced him out of a move, according to the Sun. Tottenham have made Martial one of their top targets for the summer after Mauricio Pochettino told the club to be bold in the transfer market. Pochettino signed a new bumper contract this summer under the impression the club would spend big. He has been promised funds to bolster his squad ahead of their first season in the new stadium.

Man Utd transfer news: Anthony Martial is keen to quit Old Trafford

And Martial has been identified as a player that would upgrade his current options out wide. But United want to keep the former Monaco man, believing he has big potential despite his struggles to earn Jose Mourinho’s trust. Martial’s agent revealed he wanted to leave earlier in the summer but he faces a battle to get his wish. Martial missed out on a place in the France squad for the World Cup due to his lack of playing time, making just 18 starts in the Premier League, scoring nine goals. "After thinking about all the possibilities and scenarios, Anthony wants to leave Manchester United," Philippe Lamboley told RMC Sport. "There are many scenarios. For now, it's premature to talk about it. Anthony will speak later to explain all of this. "Manchester United want to extend Anthony's contract and do not want him to leave, but we have not been able to find an agreement for several months.

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"I think that when Manchester United, which is the most powerful club in the world it must be remembered, do not find an agreement in eight months of negotiations, it is because they do not really want to make him an important member of the team. That's the root of this decision. It is a well-considered decision. "However, it is quite obvious and it is very important to remember that he is under contract, that Manchester United will have the last word and that we will respect the decision of the club, and he will fulfil his commitment to them. "However, we do not share the same vision for Anthony's future. Today, Anthony is disappointed because he has shown for three seasons the love he has for the club and its supporters."

Man Utd transfer news: Anthony Martial is keen to quit Old Trafford