BBC Sport reporter Simon Stone said Dominic Calvert-Lewin is set to sign a new contract at Leeds United. At the same time, Manchester United are exploring the market for a striker in January, with Laurie Whitwell saying Calvert-Lewin is one name under consideration at Old Trafford.
Contract situation at Leeds United
Simon Stone wrote: 'England striker Dominic Calvert-Lewin is set to sign a new contract at Leeds United.'
Whitwell said Leeds United are hoping for the striker to sign a new contract.
Manchester United's January search
Romano explained: "Considering the Sesko situation, and considering that Joshua Zirkzee remains one to watch for 2027 – there is a chance for Zirkzee to leave – so considering these factors, and that Man Utd are struggling up front, Man Utd have decided to explore the strikers market for January."
Romano explained: "So, Manchester United are looking for a No 9, a traditional striker."
Romano explained: "Let’s see what’s gonna be available on the market, let’s see what kind of opportunities there will be. But Man Utd want to sign a striker, that’s the update."
Calvert-Lewin under consideration
Whitwell said Calvert-Lewin is 'one name under consideration' at Old Trafford.
Whitwell said Manchester United only have a slim chance of signing Calvert-Lewin because of their rivalry with Leeds United, who are hoping for the striker to sign a new contract.
Football365 said Manchester United are plotting a move for Calvert-Lewin and said he is an option as they consider strengthening their attack in January.
Other details in the reports
Stone wrote that the news will come as a blow to Manchester United. He also wrote that Manchester United are looking at bringing in a forward in January after Benjamin Sesko was ruled out for an extended period as he tries to recover from a shin injury.
Football365 described Calvert-Lewin as a Leeds United striker and said he has 18 goals in 43 Premier League appearances for the club.
