Manchester United are weighing up a raid on French crisis club AS Monaco.
Le 10 Sport says 17 year-old defender Benoit Badiashile is interesting United.
Badiashile's first team breakthrough this season has attracted United scouts with glowing reports now being sent to Carrington HQ.
A move this week is unlikely, however United are prepared to explore the prospect a summer bid for the teen.
Despite ASM's struggles, Badiashile has shone in the absence of senior defenders Jemerson and Kamil Glik this season.
