Manchester United have reportedly stepped up their interest in OGC Nice midfielder Jean Michael Seri ahead of a potential summer transfer.
According to Jack Gaughan of MailOnline, the Red Devils sent scouts to Nice's clash with Lokomotiv Moscow in the UEFA Europa League on Thursday to run the rule over the playmaker.
"Seri's release clause is believed to be in the region of £33 million, while Jose Mourinho has made it clear to club bosses that he wants to significantly bolster his midfield," Gaughan reported.
Longstanding midfield linchpin Michael Carrick is set to retire at the end of the season, while Marouane Fellaini's contract is set to expire in the summer.