Manchester United are eyeing a January move for Kevin Strootman.
The Dutch midfielder has been out with a cruciate ligament injury which caused him to miss the World Cup.
But he should have returned by the time the transfer window reopens and United and Roma have already held talks over a possible deal.
United midfielder Shinji Kagawa has re-signed for former club Borussia Dortmund, reports from Germany suggest.
A move away from Old Trafford has been mooted all summer, with the Japanese not considered part of new boss Louis van Gaal's plans.
Javier Hernandez is being lined up for a shock move to Real Madrid.
The Manchester United striker is behind Wayne Rooney and Robin van Persie in the Old Trafford pecking order and is understood to be open to leaving.
Starsport understand Dutch pair Nigel de Jong and Daley Blind are on their way in.
United have also been in talks with Juventus and Sporting Lisbon, respectively, about midfielders Arturo Vidal and William Carvalho - in case the De Jong deal stalls.