Manchester United ‘identify RB Leipzig striker Lois Openda as a potential January transfer option’, as Erik ten Hag looks to reinforce his attacking options at Old Trafford

Manchester United are eyeing a possible January move for RB Leizpig striker Lois Openda, according to reports.

Erik ten Hag's side are looking for attacking reinforcements during the winter transfer period, after a less impressive start to the 2023/2024 season.

The Red Devils suffered their fourth Premier League defeat at Old Trafford on Saturday as they failed to find the back of the net in a 3-0 defeat to Bournemouth.

In response to their struggles in front of goal, the Red Devils have explored a possible move for Belgian striker Openda, according to The Mirror.

The 23-year-old has scored 14 goals in 21 appearances for Leipzig since his £35million move from French side RC Lens last summer.

Manchester United are reportedly eyeing a move for RB Leizpig striker Lois Openda

Erik ten Hag is keen to strengthen his attacking reinforcements amid United's ongoing struggles

Two of those goals came during Leipzig's 3-2 defeat to United's rivals Manchester City during the Champions League group stages.

The outlet claims a senior United scout reported to boss ten Hag about Openda's brilliant performance at the Etihad and it is believed the club have made him a serious target.

However, league rivals Tottenham are also reported to be interested in the Belgium international amid the ongoing battle for Brazilian striker Richarlison.

United will be keen to strengthen their front line after their struggles in front of goal this year, which was reflected in their disappointing defeat to the Cherries.

The loss means that the Ten Hag side have now suffered more defeats at home since Ferguson left the club than the legendary manager suffered in his 27-year spell as captain of the Red Devils, the newspaper said. Squawka.

Ferguson who won 13 Premier League titles and two Champions League trophies with the Red Devils, losing just 34 times at home during his managerial career at the club.

United have suffered four defeats at Old Trafford this season, losing to Brighton, Crystal Palace, Manchester City and now Andoni Iraola's Bournemouth.

Interestingly, this was United's heaviest defeat at home to a side who were in the bottom half of the table at the start of the weekend, with Bournemouth now moving up to thirteenth in the standings, level with Chelsea, Brentford and Wolves on 19 points.

The Belgian international scored a goal during his visit to United's rivals Manchester City