Ravel Morrison's career at Manchester United is in doubt.
The Sunday Mirror says Morrison's contract expires next summer and United have yet to begin talks about a new deal.
He made only his second senior appearance in midweek as a second-half sub in United's Carling Cup defeat by Crystal Palace.
But Morrison's progress has been hampered by off-field problems.
He escaped a custodial sentence after pleading guilty to witness intimidation and further riled United chiefs when he admitted criminal damage.
Sir Alex Ferguson has stood by him and Morrison is said to be so focused on knuckling down, he would readily sign a contract with the aim of becoming a first-team regular.