Manchester United boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is desperate for Porto fullback Alex Telles to be signed.
Porto's asking price is £18million but United have so far offered £12m with time running out to secure a move before the transfer window shuts on Monday.
The club are reluctant to meet the Portuguese side's fee because Telles' contract expires at the end of this season, meaning he would be available on a free transfer - but Solskjaer wants him now.
The Mirror says the United boss has pleaded with the club's board not to miss out on the Brazilian for the sake of £6m.
With 13 goals and 12 assists in all competitions last season, Telles' attacking prowess makes him an attractive option for United.
