Nemanja Matic is the latest player Inter Milan are prepared to offer an escape route from Manchester United.

The Italians signed Romelu Lukaku and Alexis Sanchez over the summer and Matic is under consideration to bolster Antoine Conte’s injury-hit midfield.

Matic has struggled with a groin injury this season and last week’s start against AZ Alkmaar in the Europa League was his first in over two months. He was not part of the matchday squad for the draw against Everton on Sunday.

He could find his opportunities limited following the emergence of Scott McTominay in central midfield this season. Brazil midfielder Fred has also forced his way into Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s first-team plans and has started every Premier League game since the end of September.

Paul Pogba is also scheduled to return to action following a foot injury, which will add to the competition in midfield.