Meanwhile, the Daily Mirror claim Arsenal are hoping to sign United's Michael Carrick at the end of the season, when the veteran midfielder's contract expires.
Former Gunners forward Charlie Nicholas advised Arsene Wenger to sign the 34-year-old England international during the January window.
"The one key position is a holding midfield player,” Nicholas told Soccer Saturday. "There are a few about and if I was Arsenal I would go for Carrick.