Manchester United risk missing out on both Lucas Biglia and Leroy Sane during the January transfer window.
The Red Devils have been linked to both players in recent weeks, with Louis van Gaal expected to move for both men in the New Year.
However, they are not alone in admiring both players, and face stiff competition if they are to recruit either man.
Biglia was courted during the summer, but despite moving for Bastian Schweinsteiger and Morgan Schneiderlin, LVG appears to remain keen on the Lazio playmaker.
However, according to Calciomercato [via the Daily Express], Real Madrid are also eyeing the Argentine international—a prospect that may prove too tempting for Biglia to ignore.
Similarly, United’s hopes of recruiting wonderkid Sane have been dealt a blow by the news that Jurgen Klopp wants the 19-year-old forward at Liverpool.
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The Schalke attacker made his Germany debut earlier in the month, and has emerged as one of the hottest talents in the Bundesliga.
Could Klopp tempt the youngster to move to Anfield? He’s certainly keen, with the Daily Star reporting that Liverpool have made an offer of £10.5 million for the teenager.