Manchester United news: Club turn to Plan B in striker search
The IndependentSign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Manchester United’s search for a short-term option up front will enter the final hours of the January transfer window after negotiations regarding Joshua King stalled. Bournemouth offered King to United and though a loan deal was initially discussed, the south coast club’s preference was for a permanent sale. King came through United’s youth ranks, playing under Solskjaer during the Norwegian’s time as reserve manager, and is thought to have been keen to return to Old Trafford.