Manchester United reportedly have transfer funds set aside this summer for Real Madrid's James Rodriguez.

The Colombian international joined Los Blancos from AS Monaco off the back of an excellent 2014 World Cup and netted 17 goals during an impressive debut season at the Bernabeu.

The attacker has only managed six goals this term, however, and has faced criticism for his conduct off the pitch.

According to Transfermarketweb, Man United are becoming increasingly confident of signing the 24-year-old and will launch a bid when the transfer window opens for business this summer.

The Red Devils are believed to be pressing ahead with transfer plans despite the uncertainty surrounding Louis van Gaal's future, with Jose Mourinho waiting in the wings.