Man Utd lead Ings chase

Manchester United are believed to be heading the race to sign Burnley's Danny Ings on a free transfer at the end of the season.

The former England Under-21 international has failed to find the net in recent games for the Clarets, but is still considered as a key member for the Premier League minnows.

According to The Mail, United are ahead of Liverpool in the chase, having held talks with the player regarding the possible transfer.

The report adds that United will pay a compensation fee of around £5m to the Clarets, should they manage to sign the 22-year-old for a Bosman fee this summer.