Manchester United’s hunt for a clinical striker has them eyeing Galatasaray’s Mauro Icardi in the January transfer window according to a report by Football Transfers.

However, United could face competition from Real Madrid who have also been linked with the in form striker.

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Radio Marca claim that Real also want Icardi in January.

Regarding United, with Scott McTominay leading the scoring charts with six goals the teams attacking woes are evident.

Hojlund’s Premier League drought, Rashford’s struggles, and Martial’s expiring contract leave Ten Hag desperate for reinforcements.

Enter Icardi, the Argentine rediscovering his scoring touch in Turkey with 17 goals in 25 games for the Turkish giants.

Icardi could be the temporary solution to boost United’s European hopes. A loan with a potential buy option seems the likely route.

The striker scored a brace in the 3-1 Champions League victory over United at Old Trafford in the group stage.

Ten Hag needs goals, urgently. Despite the hefty summer fee for Hojlund, the Dane remains goalless in the league. Rashford, Martial, Garnacho, and Antony combined have a measly three goals.

After turbulent spells in France and Italy, Icardi has found his mojo in Turkey.

Galatasaray snapped him up from PSG for €10m last summer on a three-year contract and he is a star player for the club will not be looking to sell unless a serious offer is made.

Ideally, the Lions want to keep Icardi on until at least the end of the season.

The Turkish giants are competing in the Europa League and are in the title race with Icardi being a key player in the side.