Man United should pounce for Neco Williams as source reveals Nottingham Forest concerns
Man United should be on red alert if Nottingham Forest's Neco Williams becomes available for transfer in the January transfer window.
Williams was closely linked away from the City Ground in the summer as several Premier League clubs, including United, registered an interest in his services.
Some consistently strong performances last season saw him win the Reds' Player of the Season award, but he signed a new contract extension earlier this month.
Despite that agreement, new reports have raised doubts around Williams' future at Forest under Oliver Glasner.
United remain in the market for a new left-back and could revisit a move for his services in January as a result of the concerns.
The Red Devils failed to bolster Michael Carrick's depth in the position over the summer, with Williams' previous performances proving that he could be the perfect addition to his ranks midway through the campaign.
Neco Williams 'concerns' should boost Man United's January transfer efforts
Williams was one of Forest's top performers throughout last season as they struggled to replicate their success from the previous campaign.
He registered six goal contributions across 53 appearances in all competitions from left-back, but has not shone in the early stages of this season.
Sources have exclusively revealed to Football Insider that insiders at Forest are concerned about Williams' start to the campaign following his contract extension.
The Wales star has been a mainstay at wing-back in Glasner's side, with Forest winning just one of their first six across league and cup games.
While he is being backed to improve as the players get used to Glasner's system, there is no smoke without fire and he could well look to leave in January if things don't improve from an individual and team standpoint.
United's ongoing search to sign a new left-back could see them return to the table for Williams' signature midway through the campaign.
Which other left-backs have United been linked to before January?
Carrick reportedly made it clear to United's chiefs that he wanted a new left-back in the summer, but they failed to meet his wishes, much to the detriment of his squad.
Williams was not the only player in the position on their radar, with several targets still being eyed ahead of the January window.
Sources have exclusively revealed to Football Insider that United retain an interest in Crystal Palace's Tyrick Mitchell as he nears the end of his contract next June.
The likes of Alejandro Balde and Antonee Robinson also reportedly remain on their radar, but Lewis Hall will not be moving to Old Trafford after signing a new contract at Newcastle.