Manchester United are eyeing up a move for Lens' Argentine central defender Facundo Medina, according to reports.
Medina has already impressed in French football since making the move from Argentine side Talleres last summer for just over £2.7million.
And according to La Voix du Nord, via Sport Witness, United are 'very serious' about their interest and could 'rapidly and officially' launch a first offer of £11m with the possibility of a six-month immediate loan back to the Ligue 1 club until the end of the season.
Medina, who has endured knee problems of late at Lens, has attracted interest from a number of English sides but it is the Red Devils who are most in pursuit.
However, the report claims that the chances of Medina leaving Lens in January are 'slim' as he looks to continue his development within French football.
The 21-year-old's composure and ability on the ball, and his defensive reading of the game are his standout attributes.
Lens were promoted to Ligue 1 this season, and they have impressed so far this term - sitting 10th in the French top-flight with 28 points from 19 matches.
And Lens' mixture of young talent and experienced stars is helping them flourish in Ligue 1, with Medina's performances certainly not going unnoticed.
The young Argentine defender has featured 11 times for Lens in Ligue 1 this season, scoring once.
United - who currently sit top of the Premier League - struggled in defence early on this season but centre backs Harry Maguire, Eric Bailly and Victor Lindelof have all returned to form.
And it hasn't stopped Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side from delving into the transfer market in a bid to strengthen their squad.
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