Manchester United are willing to battle Chelsea for the signing of Declan Rice in the summer, according to reports.
ESPN report Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is keen to continue rejuvenating the squad at the end of the season and will prioritise moves for a forward, central defender and a defensive midfielder.
And the same outlet reports Rice, 22, is among the options being considered for the latter, but obstacles remain to complete a deal with West Ham reportedly valuing the midfielder at £70million.
The report also states United acknowledge they are behind the Blues in the pecking order of clubs should Rice be allowed to leave in the summer.