Tottenham Hotspur’s attacking ranks have been depleted in recent months.

Firstly, the North Londoners took the abrupt decision of selling Brennan Johnson to Crystal Palace in the winter transfer window. They did not replace him immediately, feeling there was enough depth in the squad. In February, Wilson Odobert sustained an ACL injury, further reducing their options out wide.

Seeking a replacement for Johnson during the January transfer window, Spurs wanted to sign AS Monaco star Maghnes Akliouche. Tottenham were considering launching a bid for Maghnes Akliouche after missing out on his services last summer. Eventually, they decided to cool their interest in the player.

Akliouche has been enjoying a productive season for AS Monaco, with seven goals and eight assists in 37 appearances across all competitions. The left-footed creative attacker has been one of the Ligue 1 side’s star performers, and Tottenham officials got their glimpse first-hand when he produced a dazzling display in the 0-0 draw with Thomas Frank’s side in the Champions League at the Principality Stadium earlier this campaign.

Now, according to a report from Spanish outlet Fichajes, Manchester United have intensified their interest in Akliouche. They had scouts present at the stadium to watch the...