Manchester United is in serious negotiations with Lassine Sinayoko, a 26-year-old Malian international forward for AJ Auxerre, and his entourage. Discussions are said to be progressing favorably, although the player is currently focused on the Africa Cup of Nations. The English club aims to finalize an agreement during the winter transfer market to secure him for free when his contract ends in June 2026. Manchester United is finalizing the salary aspect of the deal, valued at 3 million euros. Sinayoko has scored 6 goals and provided 2 assists in 16 Ligue 1 appearances this season and has also attracted interest from several other top European clubs. Both parties are continuing their discussions to reach a final agreement. The forward has 20 caps and 6 goals for Mali, and his current market value is €7.00m, according to Transfermarkt.