Man United to choose between two strikers as Nicolas Jackson bid ruled out

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Manchester United are exploring deals for both Benjamin Sesko and Ollie Watkins, talkSPORT understands.The Red Devils have narrowed their striker shortlist down to two players.GettyUnited have narrowed down their striker shortlist to include RB Leipzig’s Sesko[/caption]GettyA move for England and Villa star Watkins is also being pursued by the Red Devils[/caption]Talks over signing Watkins from Aston Villa have already taken place.His current club would prefer to keep hold of their all-time leading Premier League scorer and will not entertain a sale without signing a replacement first.Villa value Watkins at £60million, but United think a deal could be possible for less if they find another striker.Meanwhile, Ruben Amorim’s side are also pursuing Sesko in a move driven by head of scouting Christopher Vivell.RB Leipzig are still asking for over £70million for the Slovenian international.United also face competition from Newcastle, who are currently more advanced in discussions.Both clubs are hoping the German side’s asking price drops closer to £60million.However, a bid for Nicolas Jackson remains unlikely and has been ruled out for now.It is not a deal United are currently working on due to the cost.Who could leave United this summer?Elsewhere, Borussia Dortmund are debating whether to make an approach for Jadon Sancho.United have ended their interest in Jackson due to the cost of a potential dealGettyGettySancho is free to leave Old Trafford for £17million this summer[/caption]United are prepared to sell the 25-year-old for £17million.Their asking price has now dropped lower than Chelsea’s £25m obligation to buy, whilst Juventus are still in talks with Sancho as well.Alejandro Garnacho also still expected to leave in the coming weeks and is prioritising a move within the Premier League.The Argentine winger would welcome an approach from Chelsea, who could potentially sign both Xavi Simons and Garnacho.Villa is another potential destination for Garnacho, who has three years left on his deal at Old Trafford.It is developing into a busy summer for Amorim and United after their 15th place finish last term. Bryan Mbeumo and Matheus Cunha have both joined the club for a combined £133.5million.Meanwhile, Marcus Rashford departed on a season-long loan to Barcelona last week with an option to buy included.