The Borussia Dortmund star, 20, remains their top target, but the move is looking increasingly unlikely.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has been forced to consider alternative options to Sancho.
According to ESPN, United have held informal talks over a move for Dembele.
Barcelona are allegedly open to offers for the 23-year-old following his underwhelming three-year spell in Spain.
He has not played a competitive match for the LaLiga side since November after undergoing surgery.
It is reported that United put forward the idea of a season-long loan with an obligation to buy.
Dembele, who has also been linked to Arsenal, remains under contract at the Nou Camp until 2023.
Another alternative option for United is Bayern Munich star Kingsley Coman.
The Red Devils are reportedly eyeing up a loan move for the 24-year-old Frenchman.
And United could revive their interest in Juventus winger Costa to fill the void at Old Trafford.
He made just seven starts during the 2019/20 campaign after failing to impress Maurizio Sarri.
New boss Andrea Pirlo is now reportedly planning to get rid of him as part of a huge summer clear-out.
United were dealt a huge blow in their pursuit for Sancho as Dortmund chief Michael Zorc told them: "He'll play for us next season, that's final."
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