Man Utd can't sign anyone in January – Moyes

The 50-year-old insists there is an "urgency" to bolster his squad but admits his main targets are unlikely to switch clubs during the winter window

David Moyes says Manchester United are unable to sign their main targets in January and says, therefore, they are unlikely to buy anyone.

The Premier League champions currently sit seventh in the table, 11 points behind leaders Arsenal, and have crashed out of the FA Cup third round following Sunday's 2-1 defeat at home to Swansea City.

Moyes had previously urged caution ahead of the window and has reiterated that the club are unlikely to sign their priority targets this month.

Hull Boss Bruce: Man Utd Will Give Moyes Required Time

Hull City boss Steve Bruce says Manchester United remain contenders for the Premier League title.

He disdainfully dismissed the notion that Moyes will not be given time to build his version of a United team capable of following the many versions Sir Alex Ferguson built.

Bruce said: "They’ll not even contemplate it. They’ll give David time, I’m confident of that. That’s what they do. They’ll give him a chance to make his own mark and do the job the way he sees fit.

Moyes slams sacking culture

Manchester United boss David Moyes is counting his blessings he has not been a victim of football's sacking culture so far in his career.

Andre Villas-Boas became the fifth Premier League manager to lose his job this season when Tottenham relieved him of his duties on Monday.

The Portuguese was only at the helm at White Hart Lane for just over 17 months, having previously been shown the door by Chelsea.

Moyes cut his teeth in management in a four-year reign at Preston North End before being appointed Everton boss in 2002, spending 11 years at Goodison Park before United came knocking.

Manchester United are Ready to Slap £50 Million Bid for Germany & Borussia Dortmund Pair

Manchester United have their sights on German pair Marco Reus & Ilkay Gundogan. Manchester United face stiff competition Ilkay Gundogan.

United boss David Moyes' midfield search has led him to considering the BVB ace, who is available from the Bundesliga giants.

The Daily Mail says United have been tracking the German for some time and were close to making an offer in the summer. The biggest hurdle they may face is that Real Madrid also want the combative midfielder.

Manchester United boss David Moyes eyeing move for Roma playmaker Kevin Strootman

The Dutch international slipped through United's fingers this summer - but they could now go back in for him.

Roma star Kevin Strootman is the ­­playmaker David Moyes wants to run Manchester United’s midfield, writes Steve Bates of the Sunday People.

The 23-year-old Dutch international slipped through United’s fingers last summer when he left PSV Eindhoven for Serie A in a £17million move.

But, despite Strootman making a major impact at Roma since his arrival, United are plotting an audacious £30m swoop.

Walker: Tottenham proved a point against Manchester United

After their 6-0 humiliation at the hands of Manchester City, the England international is pleased with the spirit that he and his team-mates showed against the reigning champions.

Kyle Walker feels that Tottenham proved a point by responding to their humbling at Manchester City with a 2-2 draw against Manchester United.

Manager Andre Villas-Boas came under pressure after his side slumped to an embarrassing 6-0 defeat at the Etihad Stadium in their last league game, capping off a month in which Spurs failed to register a Premier League goal.

Moyes Dealt Double Blow As United Look Set To Miss Out On German Duo

Although the summer transfer window is officially closed that doesn’t stop clubs working hard behind the scenes to prepare for future signings, so we’ll keep you up-to-date with all the latest gossip. Today, Man Utd looks set to miss out on two German midfielder.

Manchester United look set to miss out on two further transfer targets with Borussia Dortmund duo Marco Reus and Ilkay Gundogan both set to slip through their grasp, according to the Daily Mail.

Reports in recent weeks have suggested that United boss David Moyes wants to try and add to his midfield options and had identified the German pair as key targets – but it appears he’s set to face yet more transfer frustration.

Moyes: Januzaj can learn from Messi behaviour

The 18-year-old was stamped on by Sascha Riether on Saturday and his Manchester United boss says he can learn from the Barcelona star's approach.

Manchester United manager David Moyes has called for more protection for Adnan Januzaj while suggesting his player looks to Lionel Messi's reaction to poor tackles.

Fulham defender Sascha Riether was charged with violent conduct by the Football Association on Monday following United’s 3-1 win at Craven Cottage, when he stamped on the youngster.

Manchester United ready to listen to offers for Ashley Young

The England international has fallen down the pecking order at Old Trafford and has not featured for his club since the 4-1 defeat at Manchester City in late September

Manchester United are ready to cut their losses on Ashley Young and will listen to offers for the winger in January, Goal can reveal.

The 28-year-old enjoyed an impressive debut campaign following his £17 million move from Aston Villa just over two years ago but injuries and a chronic loss of form have seen him fall down the Old Trafford pecking order.

Moyes bemoans missed chances after Southampton claim draw at Old Trafford

The Scot believes his side did enough to beat Mauricio Pochettino's high-flying Saints but paid the price for a lack of potency in front of goal

Manchester United manager David Moyes has admitted that his side needs to be more clinical in front of goal after they dropped points at home in the Premier League to Southampton.

The Red Devils spurned a number of chances while 1-0 up against Mauricio Pochettino's side before Adam Lallana's 89th-minute equaliser meant the champions have now failed to win at Old Trafford on three out of four occasions in the league this term.

David Moyes: Champions League glory is always Manchester United's aim

David Moyes says he is targeting nothing less than Manchester United's third Champions League title this season.

Sir Alex Ferguson's successor appeared to play down United's chances of winning the competition at the weekend, admitting he does not have the "five or six world-class players" a victorious squad needs.

But ahead of Wednesday's Group A meeting with Shakhtar Donetsk, Moyes argued he would be defaulting on his duties as a United manager if he did not aim for glory in Lisbon next May.

Moyes: United not good enough to win Champions League

The former Everton boss says likes of Bayern Munich, Barcelona and Real Madrid all boast stronger squads than the Red Devils.

David Moyes does not believe that Manchester United have enough "world-class players" to win this season's Champions League.

The Red Devils got off to a good start in their group-stage campaign, beating Bayer Leverkusen 4-2, but the 50-year-old Scottish coach suspects that his side will struggle against Europe's elite.

Van Persie fit to face West Brom, says Moyes

The Scot says the striker has shrugged off injury and should play some part in Saturday's game at Old Trafford but midfielder Tom Cleverley is still a doubt with a knee problem.

Manchester United manager David Moyes says striker Robin van Persie has recovered from injury and is fit enough to face West Brom on Saturday.

The Netherlands international missed Sunday’s 4-1 Premier League defeat to Manchester City and the midweek win over Liverpool with a groin injury.

However, the Scot has revealed Van Persie is fit again and could feature against Steve Clarke’s men at Old Trafford on Saturday.

David Moyes always expected early days at Manchester United to be difficult

Manchester United boss David Moyes has warned the transition from 'The Ferguson Era' is going to be tough and could take some time.

Focus sharpened on Moyes after United were thrashed 4-1 by Manchester City on Sunday in his first derby as manager at Old Trafford.

But the Scot says the six-year deal he was handed when he took over from Sir Alex Ferguson showed those in charge of the club knew it was going to be a lengthy process to mould the side under a new manager with different ideas.

"I don't think it was ever going to be the case this was going to be easy and smooth after Sir Alex."

Vidic: Manchester United will bounce back

The centre-back admitted David Moyes' charges played poorly in the "horrible" loss to Manchester City, but is confident the squad and manager will make amends against Liverpool

Manchester United captain Nemanja Vidic has described the 4-1 loss to Manchester City as "horrible", but promises the Premier League champions will make amends.

A Sergio Aguero double and goals from Yaya Toure and Samir Nasri condemned David Moyes to defeat in his first Manchester derby, but the defender is keen not to lay the blame at the Scot's door.

Manuel Pellegrini aware Manchester derby is a six-point game

Manuel Pellegrini has insisted he is fully aware of the importance of the first Manchester derby of the season.

The City boss and his United counterpart David Moyes will both have their first involvement in the fixture at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday.

But any claims that the Italian has little idea of the fierce rivalry in the city have been played down by Pellegrini, who described the clash as a six-pointer despite being so early in the season.

Rooney joy at reaching 200-goal mark

The forward, who appeared set to leave during the summer, scored twice at Old Trafford to help David Moyes' me get off to a perfect start in this season's Champions League.

Wayne Rooney was understandably delighted after scoring his 200th Manchester United goal in Tuesday night's Champions League win over Bayer Leverkusen.

The England international opened the scoring at Old Trafford before adding a second after the break, with Robin van Persie and Antonio Valencia also on target for the Red Devils in an exciting 4-2 win.

Manchester United forward Macheda joins Doncaster on loan

The 22-year-old Italian striker joins the South Yorkshire side after scoring five goals in 36 appearances for the Red Devils since joining from Serie A side Lazio as a 16-year-old.

Manchester United striker Federico Macheda has joined Championship side Doncaster Rovers on an initial one-month loan deal.

Macheda has made 36 appearance for the United first team, scoring five goals since joining from Lazio as a 16-year-old.

The 22-year-old trained with his new team-mates on Sunday and Monday and could feature against Watford on Tuesday night.

Manchester United winger Nani signs new five-year contract

The Portugal international moved to Old Trafford in 2007 from Sporting Lisbon and has played more than 200 games for United, helping them to win four league titles.

"I'm really pleased Nani has re-signed for the next five years," United manager David Moyes said.

"He has great ability and experience beyond his 26 years. I've been impressed with his approach to training and look forward to working with him in the coming seasons."

Transfer Deadline Day: Marouane Fellaini 'thrilled' to sign for Manchester United

Marouane Fellaini says he "jumped at the chance" to work with David Moyes again after sealing his switch from Everton to Manchester United.

It was just after 2am on Tuesday morning, three hours after the transfer window closed, that United confirmed the £27.5million deal had finally been done.

Belgium international midfielder Fellaini follows Moyes from Goodison Park to Old Trafford having first linked up with him in September 2008, when he joined Everton for an initial fee of £15million from Standard Liege.