Manchester United have reportedly identified Stoke City defender Nathan Collins as a potential signing for the future.

With Ole Gunnar Solskjaer considering improving his backline during the summer, United have been linked with a big-money bid for Napoli's Kalidou Koulibaly.

However, it appears that the Premier League giants are also considering investing in an Irish teenager, with Sky Sports News claiming that Collins is on United's radar.

The report says that scouts are already monitoring the development of the 18-year-old, who has made three starts and six substitute outings in the Championship this season.

As a result of Collins penning a contract until 2024 before the start of this season, Stoke remain in a strong position regarding the prospect's future.