Man Utd News: Boss wants Bayern reunion, Liverpool battle for German star, Chelsea tussle

Could Mario Gomez play for Louis van Gaal for a second time?

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Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal is looking to set up a reunion with his former striker Mario Gomez.

The pair worked together when Van Gaal was boss at Bayern Munich and has impressed at Besiktas this season, with eight goals in 11 league games.

Gomez, 30, is currently on loan in Turkey from Fiorentina but United are hopping to cut that deal short and bring him to Old Trafford on a permanent basis in the January transfer window.

Attackers appear to be the priority for Van Gaal and Leroy Sane is another player who is reported to be of interest.

The Schalke forward, 19, is one of the most sought-after youngsters in Europe and United might have to act quickly to snap him up.

Liverpool are also said to be keen admirers and reports emerging today claim they have already launched an official bid of around £10million,

 

Leroy Sane is just one of a number of attackers reported to be a target for Manchester United

Valencia's Sofiane Feghouli remains a cheaper option as his contract is due to expire at the end of the season.

The Algerian, 25, is a another player who is not short of admirers, with Chelsea also thought to be monitoring his situation.

United are said to be the frontrunners after making enquiries over the weekend.

However, they could face a tussle with Chelsea, who might need a replacement for Eden Hazard.