Shanghai shenhua is ready to allow odion Ighalo remain at Manchester United until January 2021,skysports reports.
Both clubs are still negotiating on extending Ighalo's loan deal which runs out at the end of May.
The 30 year old may however, not be able to return to China in time for the new season , because of borders restriction.
However, as a condition of him being allowed to extend his stay at old Trafford, Ighalo is expected to sign a new deal with them