Can has entered the final year of his contract and is yet to reach an agreement over an extension.
Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp has expressed his desire to keep hold of Can and is understood to be still hopeful of convincing the Germany international to sign.
But Juventus have a strong interest in the 23-year-old, who can talk to foreign clubs in January about signing for them.
United look set to be in the market for a midfielder next summer with Michael Carrick and Ander Herrera’s contracts terminating at the end of the season.
It is never about the money
Emre Can
While doubts behind about Marouane Fellaini’s future continue despite an impressive start to the season and support from Jose Mourinho.
And according to Italian outlet Tuttosport, United scout Ribalta has watched Can and Mourinho is seeking top class replacements for Carrick and Herrera.
The report stresses Liverpool will not sell Can in January, meaning the transfer wrangle could go on until next summer.
Earlier this year, Can insisted the delay with his contract has nothing to do with wage demands.
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Emre Can's contract ends in 2018
“I read it was about money but it isn’t about money,” said Can.
“It is never about the money. We’ve had a few good meetings and everything is fine. I am happy at Liverpool.
“You never know what will happen in football but I am happy here and I am still contracted here. Everything is fine.”
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