According to reports, Manchester United has offered Atletico Madrid £3.5 million to loan Joao Felix to them for the remainder of the season.
Felix was completely absent from Atletico's squad for their 2-0 Copa del Rey victory over Real Oviedo on Wednesday after making just one start for them since September after falling down the pecking order under Diego Simeone.
According to Relevo, United has been monitoring Felix's situation and has now made a move, offering £3.5 million while also being willing to pay his wages for the remainder of the season.
Though Atletico are believed to be seeking a fee of around £11 million before allowing Felix to leave, their assessment of the player falls somewhat short of Atletico's.
This implies that in order for the Red Devils to have a realistic chance of signing Felix, they may need to significantly increase their offer.
Erik ten Hag is eager to sign a new striker this month after United cut off Cristiano Ronaldo's contract in November as a result of his shocking Piers Morgan interview.
Cody Gakpo, a Dutch forward who chose to sign with Liverpool rather than United, is already one of United's top targets that they have already failed to land.
Felix, who can play from the left flank or through the middle, is now the focus of their attention.
Atletico paid £114 million for Felix in 2019, making him the most expensive teenager in history. In 130 games for the team, Felix has scored 34 goals.
As he searches for a way out of the Metropolitano Stadium this month, he has also been linked with Chelsea and Arsenal.
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