Man Utd chief rules out big spending January

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20 Dec 2023 • 1:07 PM MYT
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Manchester United chief Collette Roche admits the club are taking it easy this winter.

The Red Devils will not be active in the winter market, according to the club's representatives.

Manager Erik ten Hag spent 185 million on key players of his choosing in the summer.

While United have not enjoyed a good season, FFP threats mean that more spending is not possible.

Chief operating officer Roche told the Fans Forum last week: "Looking ahead to the January transfer window, we are not expecting it to be particularly busy. There will always be the possibility of deals around the edges of the squad, particularly in terms of finding opportunities for players who are not playing as much football as they would like.

"However, we've always been consistent in saying that we do not see January as the optimal time to do business and our recruitment strategy remains focused on summer windows.

"We've seen this season that Financial Fair Play rules have real teeth, so we have to be very careful to ensure that we remain compliant, and we will. But that means being really disciplined on spending going forward, with a balance between incomings and outgoings."