Manchester United 'still hopeful of signing Bruno Fernandes'

Manchester United have reportedly not given up on signing Sporting Lisbon attacker Bruno Fernandes before the January transfer window closes for business.

The Portugal international has been strongly linked with a move to Old Trafford since the start of the month, but United allegedly pulled out of negotiations last week after failing to come to an agreement over a transfer fee.

According to The Sun, however, the Red Devils still believe that they can complete a move for the attacking midfielder before Friday's transfer deadline.

The report claims that Sporting have agreed to lower their £68m valuation to £60m, although the Portuguese club would still want the majority of the transfer fee upfront.

The 25-year-old has been in impressive form at club level during the 2019-20 campaign, scoring 15 times and contributing 14 assists in all competitions.

The 20-time English champions could also allegedly complete a move for Lille midfielder Boubakary Soumare before the end of the transfer window.