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.

Wednesday morning's headlines:

Bruno Fernandes 'set for Manchester United medical'
The Portuguese could move to Old Trafford in the next few days after progress was made in talks with Sporting Lisbon. Read more.

Paris Saint-Germain 'reject fresh Atletico Madrid bid for Edinson Cavani'
Paris Saint-Germain reportedly reject a second Atletico Madrid bid for striker Edinson Cavani, who has also been linked with a move to Manchester United and Chelsea. Read more.

Emre Can 'snubs Manchester United, Arsenal for Borussia Dortmund move'
Juventus midfielder Emre Can reportedly turns down a host of Europe's top clubs, including Manchester United and Arsenal, in favour of a £22m move to Borussia Dortmund. Read more.

Manchester United, Chelsea handed boost in Edinson Cavani pursuit
Atletico Madrid president Enrique Cerezo denies reports that the club are close to signing PSG striker Edinson Cavani, who has also been linked with Man Utd and Chelsea. Read more.

Manchester United 'close to completing £47m Bruno Fernandes deal'
Manchester United reportedly make a significant breakthrough in negotiations for Sporting Lisbon captain Bruno Fernandes which leaves them confident of completing a deal. Read more.

Manchester United to prioritise Jack Grealish, James Maddison bids?
Manchester United will reportedly prioritise offers for Aston Villa's Jack Grealish and Leicester City's James Maddison during the summer transfer window. Read more.

Tottenham Hotspur to rival Manchester for Leicester City forward Islam Slimani?
Tottenham Hotspur are reportedly ready to rival Manchester United in the race to secure a loan deal for Leicester City forward Islam Slimani. Read more.

Barcelona to beat Manchester United to Bruno Fernandes?
Barcelona are reportedly looking to complete a deal for Sporting Lisbon midfielder Bruno Fernandes, which would see the Portuguese make a loan switch to Valencia. Read more.

Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer hints at Alexis Sanchez return
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer suggests that Alexis Sanchez, who is currently on loan at Inter Milan, could continue his career at Old Trafford next season. Read more.

Manchester United 'failed with bid to beat Leeds United to Jean-Kevin Augustin'
Manchester United allegedly failed with a late offer for RB Leipzig forward Jean-Kevin Augustin, who has now joined Leeds United. Read more.

How Manchester United could line up with Islam Slimani
With Manchester United being linked with a move for Leicester City's Islam Slimani, Sports Mole takes a look at where the forward could line up at Old Trafford. Read more.

Manchester United 'in advanced talks for new sporting director'
Manchester United are reportedly in advanced talks with former Paris Saint-Germain chief Antero Henrique as they look to appoint a sporting director. Read more.