JACK GREALISH revealed he grew up loving Cristiano Ronaldo's iconic No7 Manchester United shirt.
United's No7 jersey has also been worn by club legends David Beckham as well as Eric Cantona and remains available for a marquee signing in Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's current side.
Old Trafford fans will be hoping Grealish's reveal marks a subtle transfer hint, with Solskjaer interested in the £80million rated playmaker.
In an Instagram Q&A, the 24-year-old was asked what number he would wear if he had to change from his current No10.
And he replied: "I used to love seven growing up because of Cristiano."
Despite the legendary stars that have worn the No7 shirt at Old Trafford, it has become somewhat of a curse in recent years thanks to flop signings Memphis Depay, Angel Di Maria and Alexis Sanchez.
But the United hierarchy are keeping the number saved with the hopes of landing one of their main transfer targets, which include Grealish and England forward Jadon Sancho.
Grealish's own team-mate Conor Hourihane is convinced it is only a matter of time before the midfielder is snapped up by one of Europe’s big beasts, with the Red Devils currently favourites to land the 24-year-old Villa captain.
Grealish has made 31 appearances this season, scoring nine goals with eight assists.
His ability to play out wide and through the middle has attracted the attention of United, who were said to be willing to meet his price tag.
But he risked wrecking his dream move when he crashed his £80,000 car after being out at an all-night party – just hours after urging everyone to stay at home.
Grealish apologised for his actions and the ordeal has not put Solskjaer off wanting to sign the 24-year-old.
However the Old Trafford chiefs may now struggle to fund a move amid football's coronavirus financial crisis.
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