Manchester United look set to miss out on Chelsea forward Christian Pulisic this summer, according to reports.
The Red Devils were linked with an unlikely move for the United States international last week.
Erik ten Hag is keen to bolster his attacking options before the transfer window closes on September 1, while Pulisic finds himself way down the pecking order at Stamford Bridge.
The American is open to a move after seeing his career stagnate in west London, where he is no longer a regular starter.
Pulisic is especially keen to secure more minutes in a World Cup year, with the 23-year-old set to be integral to his country's ambitions in Qatar.
But United now look set to miss out on the former Borussia Dortmund man, reports the Daily Mail.
Pulisic has taken stock of the situation and decided that he is not yet ready to give up on his Chelsea career.
Although United had hoped to land the forward on loan, the Blues preferred a permanent deal.
And Pulisic was not sufficiently convinced by United's offer to push for a full-time transfer to the club. Even if the American did decide to seek pastures new, he would prefer to join a side that is competing in the Champions League.
United only finished sixth in the Premier League under Ralf Rangnick last term and will therefore be participating in the Europa League this season.
In better news for Ten Hag and co., United are increasingly hopeful that they will strike a deal to sign Antony in the next fortnight.
Ajax are holding out for around £85m for the Brazil international, but the 20-time English champions believe they will get their man.
Casemiro is also on his way to Old Trafford after the club agreed a fee with Real Madrid. United will return to Premier League action against arch-rivals Liverpool on Monday night.
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The end of the transfer window is set to be busy for Manchester United, with four more signings targeted. As many as six defenders could leave the club, too.
The Frenkie de Jong saga continues to tick over. Cristiano Ronaldo would reportedly be unhappy if De Jong commanded a higher wage than him, while Chelsea also have an interest in the Dutchman – and a plan to hijack his move. Sergino Dest – another Ajax star under Ten Hag who moved to Barcelona – is also an option, while potential Ronaldo replacement Benjamin Sesko has been linked.
Benjamin Pavard has apparently been offered to United by Bayern Munich, while another Bundesliga star is also on the shortlist. Meanwhile, Dean Henderson has criticised his treatment at Old Trafford last season.
