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Manchester United could dip into the January market for attacking reinforcements if Joshua Zirkzee departs.

The Dutchman has not started a single game this season, and having lost his place in the Dutch national team, he is keen to win his place back given next year’s World Cup.

And for that, he needs regular minutes. United have set certain conditions for his departure with Premier League and Serie A sides chasing his signature.

Real Madrid’s Endrick was among the replacements being eyed by INEOS, but as things stand, that move is unlikely to materialise.

The Brazilian is reportedly closing in on a loan switch to Olympique Lyonnais in France. As per recent reports, he was keen to play in Europe, with Lyon a part of the Europa League.

United, unfortunately, are not in any European competition this term.

CaughtOffside have now claimed that was not the only reason why a January deal failed to fructify. The Red Devils wanted a loan with at least an option to buy, if not an obligation.

But the Spanish giants were insistent on it making a straight loan. INEOS had no interest in giving gametime to a player they could...