Juventus edging closer to signing Man Utd forward

Juventus are reportedly close to securing a loan agreement for Manchester United forward Anthony Martial.

The Frenchman has not made a competitive appearance under interim boss Ralf Rangnick, and he could be on the move.

He was linked with Sevilla earlier in the transfer window, but the La Liga outfit baulked at the demands of the Red Devils.

Sevilla were eyeing a loan deal, but were put off by United, who wanted a fee on top of his £250,000-a-week wages being paid.

The Bianconeri are now willing to meet the salary demands, but they are still negotiating a suitable fee for the 26-year-old.

United are hoping to include a future sale option. The Turin giants may accept the proposal if the price tag is reasonable.

Martial is valued at around £30m. He is desperate to leave the Red Devils in the pursuit of regular first-team football elsewhere.

With the World Cup this year, he is keen to earn a recall. He could benefit at Juventus after Federico Chiesa's long-term injury.