Manchester United boss Marc Skinner says he is 'very hopeful' Alessia Russo will still be with the club next season.
Arsenal had a second world-record bid - reported to be just under £500,000 - for Russo rejected by United just before Tuesday's transfer deadline.
The 23-year-old England forward has been in contract talks with the Red Devils, with her current deal set to run out this summer.
Skinner told a press conference on Wednesday: 'I spoke to Alessia this morning and we've had a really good meeting.
'I can't stress enough, Alessia is the nicest person, the best kid, great attitude, exactly someone we are looking to keep here, keep in negotiations and conversations around that.