Javier Hernandez linked with Monaco transfer

AS Monaco are understood to be keen on signing Javier Hernandez to fill the void left by Colombian star Radamel Falcao, who has been ruled out for the season with a cruciate knee ligament damage.

According to The Express, manager Claudio Ranieri is keen on signing a new striker as he wants the club to keep their tile challenge on track and is considering making a move for Manchester United's Hernandez in the current transfer window.

Monaco are also monitoring Pablo Osvaldo, who has failed to take a part for Southampton since his touch-line melee against Newcastle United last month.