The Red Devils have been poor in front of goal this term and only two teams have scored less than them in the Premier League.

They need to strengthen their strikeforce this month but face a major hurdle with the lack of transfer funds for a permanent deal.

With Financial Fair Play concerns, they are unlikely to spend big on signings and are likely to rely on a couple of temporary moves.

Werner was previously in the Premier League with Chelsea where he had a tough time but he continues to be highly-rated.

United are prepared to offer him a second chance in the division and it remains to be seen whether Leipzig will accept a deal.

The Bundesliga outfit want assurances that the forward will play regularly. They don't want to loan him out without this condition.

Leipzig plan to sell Werner at the end of the campaign and don't want his valuation to drop due to the lack of playing time.

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