United want to sign Ismaila Sarr and his Palace teammate, with one star already keen on January move

Manchester United are reportedly monitoring Crystal Palace forward Ismaila Sarr and striker Jean-Philippe Mateta ahead of the January transfer window. The club is seeking attacking reinforcements following fitness struggles for Benjamin Sesko and limited roles for Joshua Zirkzee and Marcus Rashford. According to reports, United view Sarr as a versatile attacking option as he evaluates a contract extension offer from Crystal Palace.

Meanwhile, Mateta is reportedly keen on a permanent transfer to Old Trafford in January. Because Mateta is unwilling to sign a new deal and his contract expires in the summer, Crystal Palace may be pressured to sell the French striker mid-season. The Peoples Person notes that while both players fit United's tactical needs, Palace are unlikely to sanction the departure of both players midway through the campaign.