West Ham remain adamant that Marko Arnautovic is not for sale despite interest from Manchester United, says the Evening Standard.
Reports emerged on Wednesday that United are plotting a £50 million move for the Hammers’ record signing, whom Jose Mourinho managed during his spell at Inter Milan. Later that night Mourinho was spotted at Austria’s friendly against Russia, fueling speculation that a bid for the 29-year-old forward is imminent.
But according to the Standard, West Ham “consider Arnautovic off limits” following a debut season that saw him claim 11 goals in the Premier League.
Instead, the Hammers intend to strengthen their squad, with new manager Manuel Pellegrini set to be handed a £75m transfer budget