Manchester United enquired about signing Edinson Cavani from PSG before Friday’s deadline but the Uruguayan is thought to favour a move to Atletico Madrid.



Ole Gunnar Solskjaer wants to increase his options up front, with Marcus Rashford injured, if quality can be found. But Cavani’s salary and injury record meant they were not completely sold on the Uruguayan, who is likely to now head to Madrid.



United are still in talks with Sporting Lisbon to sign Bruno Fernandes but the sides remain a long way from agreeing a deal. Reports in recent days that it is on the verge of happening are wide of the mark. The situation could develop if Sporting ultimately decide their need for money is more important than their need for the asking price to be matched. The Portuguese club would have to bite the bullet and opt for United’s offer over nothing.



It is not a case of the clubs haggling and meeting somewhere in the middle and United will be conscious...