Juventus are closing on a deal for wantaway Manchester United striker Anthony Martial.

Italian journalist Rudy Galetti reports an exit for Martial could be edging closer with the 26-year-old happy to move to Juve.

The Italian side would like to take Martial on an initial loan for the remainder of the season.

And Juve would like Man Utd to cover some of Martial's wages, something which may prove to be a sticking point.

Nonetheless, negotiations are ongoing.

One thing is for certain: Martial will NOT be joining a rival Premier League club in the winter window.

Fabrizio Romano reported that Martial is not interested in a move to another English club.