Manchester United and Roma are still discussing terms over a deal which could see Kevin Strootman move to Old Trafford.
Manchester United’s interest in Dutch midfielder Strootman has been heavily maintained since the summer after Louis van Gaal took over at the club.
Van Gaal is well aware of Strootman’s ability and has been watching the midfielder recently after his return from injury which saw him miss the World Cup with his country.
Roma have been stubborn in their desire to keep the midfielder but reports in Italy claimed that the capital club would be willing to sell the Dutch international if they failed to beat Manchester City on Wednesday evening and progress to the knock-out stages of the Champions League.
Strootman has been previously valued at close to £80m by Roma officials but that is likely to drop significantly.