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Chris Armas 'could help Manchester United sign versatile RB Leipzig star Tyler Adams'... with new assistant boss having worked with USA international at New York Red Bulls

Manchester United's chances of signing Tyler Adams have reportedly been boosted following Chris Armas' appointment as assistant boss.

The former Toronto FC manager, 49, joined interim boss Ralf Rangnick's backroom staff at Old Trafford earlier this month after being granted a work permit.

The duo will reportedly be looking to reinforce United's defence and midfield in next month's transfer window.

RB Leipzig star Tyler Adams
Former Toronto FC boss Chris Armas
The former Toronto FC manager joined interim boss Ralf Rangnick's backroom staff this month

And The Metro claim the club could look to versatile RB Leipzig star Tyler Adams, with Armas a huge admirer of the 22-year-old.