Port Vale chief executive Matt Hancock has admitted they may have no choice but to lose Baylee Dipepa.

The youngster is the latest talent to be linked to Premier League giants Manchester United.

As the Red Devils look to add to their forward options, Vale chief Hancock confessed they could not stand in the player's way if a bid does arrive.

He told The Valiant: "We have had no official approaches or offers. We are not naïve enough to think that someone who is playing ahead of Premier League forwards for England under-17s and then getting regular games and scoring in League One, won't have eyes on him.

“We know that will be happening. All I can say is his family are outstanding. He has been here since day dot (under-nines level) and has a real affinity to Port Vale.

“We are excited about his progress here. He's a Port Vale player and I know from the first-team manager right the way through the club, he is seen as a good person and also a great asset for Port Vale.

“We will see what the future may hold."