Manchester United is continuing to push for the signing of Leicester City prospect Louis Paige and is confident of bringing the midfielder to Old Trafford.

The deal for the 18-year-old fell through on the final day of the summer transfer window after the two clubs failed to reach an agreement on terms. Paige's inclusion in Leicester City's squad for their League One match against Plymouth marked the temporary end to negotiations.

However, the closure of the summer transfer window has not diminished the clubs' interest. According to the Manchester Evening News, Leicester City had previously demanded a transfer fee higher than the £10 million fixed fee plus £2.5 million in add-ons that Manchester City paid for 17-year-old Jeremy Munga, and the two sides were close to agreeing at the time.

The deal also included a clause for Paige to be loaned back to Leicester City this season. This differs from many of the young talents signed by Manchester United in recent seasons, not only because of the substantial transfer fee but also because he already has senior team experience.

Paige, who turned 18 in July, made 18 Championship appearances last season and is a regular starter this season.

Although they failed to complete the deal before the deadline, the two clubs remain in contact. It is understood that the main sticking points earlier this week were the payment structure of the fixed transfer fee and the composition of the add-ons.

The only complication is that Arsenal could rekindle their interest in Paige, but Paige has family in Manchester and agrees with the development pathway and vision that Manchester United has planned for him.

The transfer is likely to be completed in the January transfer window, with the youngster expected to remain at Leicester City for the remainder of this season.

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