However, the possibility of signing another of worlds biggest names may entice United to make a statement. They have already lost three times away this season, and were uncharacteristically shaky at the back when they fell to a shock 3-1 defeat at Genoa. The Toffees have made a central midfielder a priority in the January window, however manager Ronald Koeman is struggling to bag Manchester United’s Morgan Schneiderlin. Navas has been forced to fight for his place in Guardiola’s first team this season having made just five Premier League starts. However, the Velodrome giants have recently been bought by American businessman, Frank McCourt — who has big plans for the former Champions League winners. However, as West Ham have struggled to adapt to life at the London Stadium, Payets form has waned. The report claims that?discussions over a transfer?to the La Liga side have been ongoing since last summer but Navas was keen to see out his City contract. am PSTIt is most likely that United will try and drive the asking price down though - with ?£42m looking expensive for a central defender who is unproven in Europes top leagues. Bank holiday Monday Premier League preview including West Ham v Man UtdGetty Images17The 19-year-old. Conte will feel confident in luring the Chilean to Stamford Bridge should Bayern accept a bid.