Manchester United are rethinking their striker signing strategy ahead of the January market.

ESPN says manager Erik ten Hag has been told a striker is not likely to move to Old Trafford next month.

That is because of significant budget constraints after an expensive summer transfer campaign.

United are keeping tabs on Netherlands' Cody Gakpo as well as Portuguese trio Goncao Ramos, Rafael Leao and Joao Felix.

However, all of them come with a hefty price that has risen considerably after their World Cup exploits.

Benfica were open to selling Ramos for a mere €20million (£17m) before the start of the season but his price has now increased dramatically.

PSV Eindhoven star Cody Gakpo's €30m (£26m) valuation has almost doubled as he is now worth at least €50m (£43m).

Atletico Madrid star Felix has been made available by the Spanish giants after his fallout with manager Diego Simeone but will still cost €100m (£89m).

United have considered signing the forward on loan from Atletico in January with an obligation to buy at the end of the season.