West Ham have opened talks with Jesse Lingard after Manchester United confirmed he was free to go out on loan.
Sportsmail reported West Ham's interest at the weekend, but they must first solve the conundrum of signing either Craig Dawson or Said Benrahma on a permanent deal before they are allowed to add another domestic loan. Dawson would seem the likelier of the two with his option to buy at around £3m.
United have interest from West Brom, Newcastle and clubs abroad in Lingard. The 28-year-old, who is eager to kickstart his career and play regularly, is understood to favour West Ham, despite not featuring under David Moyes when the Scot was in charge at Old Trafford during the 2013-14 season.