Manchester United could face a transfer fight to keep hold of Odion Ighalo after Paris Saint-Germain reportedly made contact over signing the striker

Manchester United could face a transfer fight to keep hold of Odion Ighalo after Paris Saint-Germain reportedly made contact over signing the striker.

Ighalo, 31, is on loan at Old Trafford from the Chinese Super League side Shanghai Shenhua.

But with his temporary deal expiring at the end of January, PSG is thought to be considering making a move.

Although it is unclear at this stage whether United will want to sign the Nigerian again.

According to Foot Mercato, the Ligue 1 side have already been in touch with Ighalo’s representatives to discuss a move.

PSG’s sporting director Leonardo is keen to bring in another striker as soon as possible.

Edinson Cavani left for nothing when his contract expired in June.

Although Mauro Icardi made his switch from Inter Milan permanent until 2024 and Arnaud Kalimuendo is breaking into the first team, the club are still drawing up a shortlist.

With his contract in China expiring at the end of next year, he could be available for a relatively low transfer fee – although his mammoth wages could prove a sticking point.

Ighalo has shown glimpses of quality during his limited time in the Manchester United team since arriving in January.

He scored in each of his first four starts with five goals spread across the Europa League and FA Cup.

But he was unable to earn a start or score in the Premier League due to the excellent form of Anthony Martial, Marcus Rashford, and Mason Greenwood once the season restarted.