According to The Athletic, West Ham United director of football Mario Husillos has drawn up a shortlist of players who may be equipped to replace Declan Rice should he leave the club.
While no talks have been held with any club, there is a growing realism that the England international is a major target for Manchester United, and the Hammers are starting to prepare for a potential departure.
The 20-year-old has established himself as a key player for both club and country over the last few months, and the bigwigs have been linked with interests in his services.