Manchester United are tracking Borussia Monchengladbach midfielder Denis Zakaria in the January transfer window.
Ralph Rangnick has struggled to impose his philosophy on the side since taking the position of interim head coach in November.
United had been unbeaten during the start to his tenure, but had delivered a number of unconvincing displays, including a 1-1 draw with Young Boys in the Champions League and a point at a languishing Newcastle before the turn of the year.
Manchester United are tracking Denis Zakaria during the January transfer window
It is thought the German may look to introduce fresh faces into the squad in a bid to turn their fortunes around, and in doing so it appears the 63-year-old may turn to his home country for inspiration.