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.