Manchester United 'to bid £40m for Ryan Sessegnon'

Manchester United are the latest heavyweight side to have shown an interest in Fulham youngster Ryan Sessegnon, according to a report.

The 17-year-old has already been touted as a target for the likes of Tottenham Hotspur, Manchester City and Paris Saint-Germain after playing a part in 19 Championship goals this term.

Sessegnon is said to have been watched up close by United in his last three outings, including in the 2-2 draw with Queens Park Rangers at the weekend when claiming another assist.

Red Devils boss Jose Mourinho is a big fan of the versatile left-sided player, comfortable at full-back or on the wing, and The Sun suggests that he has been given the backing of club chiefs to table a £40m offer in the summer.

England Under-17s World Cup winner Sessegnon is an alternative to Danny Rose, with United keen to strengthen in that position due to Luke Shaw's uncertain future.