Manchester United starlet Timothy Fosu-Mensah could return back to the club as Crystal Palace could be ready to terminate his loan spell as they weigh up a swoop for Liverpool striker Danny Ings.
According to the Guardian, the Eagles could send the young defender back to Old Trafford to create a loan space for the Anfield attacker.
Premier League sides are only allowed to name two loan players in each matchday team, and Fosu-Mensah has found himself on the bench after a promising start at Selhurst Park.
The 19-year-old was expected to flourish at Palace, but Hodgson now requires a loan striker in his squad, according to reports.
The Dutchman is likely to be welcomed back with open arms by United coach Jose Mourinho, with the player offering additional cover at centre-back and right-back.