The January transfer window is now open as Manchester United eye possible reinforcements to boost their top-four chase following an inconsistent first half of the season.

After a summer which saw them let Romelu Lukaku and Alexis Sanchez leave without bringing in a direct replacement, an attacker is thought to be the club's priority this month.

Here, Sports Mole rounds up the latest news on possible comings and goings from Old Trafford.

Tuesday morning's headlines:

Antonio Valencia heading for the Championship?
Former Manchester United defender Antonio Valencia could be set for a move back to England with a Championship club, according to a report. Read more.

Manchester United 'watching Portugal's top clubs'
Manchester United send scouts to watch Portugal's top clubs as they begin planning their transfer activity for the summer, according to a report. Read more.

Emre Can, Adrien Rabiot staying put at Juventus over January
Juventus director Fabio Paratici confirms that Emre Can and Adrien Rabiot will both remain at the club over the January transfer window. Read more.

Real Madrid 'offer several players for Paul Pogba'
Real Madrid reportedly offer Manchester United the chance to sign a number of players in order to complete a deal for Paul Pogba. Read more.

Manchester United, Manchester City keen on Tottenham Hotspur's Harry Winks?
Manchester United and Manchester City are reportedly considering an approach for Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Harry Winks. Read more.

Manchester United, Chelsea 'to hijack Edinson Cavani deal'
Manchester United and Chelsea reportedly make a late bid to prevent Paris Saint-Germain forward Edinson Cavani from joining Atletico Madrid. Read more.

Wolverhampton Wanderers 'want £100m for Raul Jimenez'
Manchester United will reportedly have to pay £100m if they wish to sign Wolverhampton Wanderers forward Raul Jimenez during the January transfer window. Read more.