Manchester United are trying to sign a striker before Friday’s 11pm transfer deadline, and they’ve targeted Islam Slimani. Aston Villa were linked with a move for the Leicester City star before United, and Dean Smith has cooled his interest in the wake of the Red Devils’ move. Aston Villa were plotting a move for Slimani this month, with the striker currently on a season-long loan at Monaco. But, after learning of United’s interest in Slimani, Villa decided to back away from the transfer, according to Sky Sports. JUST IN: Three strikers Man Utd could target ahead of January transfer deadlineMan Utd transfer news: Aston Villa reaction to Solskjaer's Islam Slimani interestThe Leicester City striker has since revealed that he wants a return to the Premier League from Monaco, however.

Source: Express January 30, 2020 14:51 UTC