Anthony Martial's brilliant form this season has forced Jose Mourinho to scrap his transfer plans.

The 21-year-old, who struggled under the Manchester United boss last season, has been terrific for the Red Devils this campaign.

Martial has scored eight goals in 20 appearances, already matching his tally from last term in less than half the games.

United were keen to sign Inter Milan's Ivan Perisic in the summer, and this in part down to Mourinho's frustration with the forward last season, according to the Independent.

Anthony Martial has been in scintillating form this season (
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The report adds that Mourinho would have even considered trading the Frenchman in a bid to get a hold of the Croatian.

However, Martial's brilliance this season has not only deterred United's interest in Perisic, but also cooled the club's links with Antoine Griezmann and Gareth Bale.

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