Maresca needs an elite forward and Nicolas Jackson’s inconsistency has been a source of frustration for supporters. A deal for Sesko, who is reportedly valued at £67m, would see Arsenal miss out on a target they eyed in the summer and have reportedly continued to monitor.

With Marcus Rashford heavily linked with a move away this month, United would be prepared to sanction a transfer for an attacker if he leaves. Kobbie Mainoo and Alejandro Garnacho are no longer deemed as 'untouchable' for a sale and selling either one or Rashford would help fund a new signing.