Manchester United face one of their most critical January transfer windows in recent memory as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer attempts to save the Red Devils' season.
A disastrous start to the 2019/20 campaign has left United an incredible 27 points off leaders Liverpool, but the relative struggles of Chelsea, Tottenham and Arsenal mean Solskjaer's side are only five points off the top four.
Champions League qualification is essential is Solskjaer is going to be able to sign the calibre of player he wants in the summer, and January always represents a tricky time to add new signings - but a 3-1 Carabao Cup home defeat to Manchester City laid bare the weaknesses within the United squad.
United fans are crying out for the Glazers and Ed Woodward to step up and bolster Solskjaer's options - particularly in midfield - but it remains to be seen whether the club will take any big risks in the winter window.
Ins
None so far. Solskjaer is seeking three signings over the next two windows, with midfield a priority - but some of his key targets are unlikely to swap Champions League football for a top-four race and Europa League campaign midway through the campaign.
Outs
None so far. Ashley Young could join Inter Milan, but United are reluctant to sell now unless they can strengthen the squad.
Latest targets
Donny van de Beek (Ajax): United are ready to test Ajax's ability to hold onto Van de Beek, with the midfielder rated at £50million.
Sean Longstaff (Newcastle): The young midfielder is seen as a player to lead United's rebuild, but his £50m valuation makes Van de Beek look better value for money.
Emre Can (Juventus): The former Liverpool midfielder would add some much-needed experience to Solskjaer's squad.
Jadon Sancho (Borussia Dortmund): The dream target - but with BVB in the Champions League and United already struggling to qualify for next season's competition, the England youngster may see Chelsea as a more attractive prospect.
Hakim Ziyech (Ajax): As with Van de Beek, United believe they could tempt Ajax into selling another star. Ziyech is admired, but could be one for the summer
James Maddison (Leicester City): A boyhood fan of United, the England playmaker is viewed as the ideal man to become Solskjaer's new No.10.
However, but he would cost in the region of £80m, and may fancy a year in the Champions League with the Foxes if United miss out.
Latest Manchester United transfer rumours
Borussia Dortmund are determined not to sell Jadon Sancho in January - and the England youngster has no release clause (Sky in Germany).
Lille midfielder Boubakary Soumare is a target for United - but Arsenal and Chelsea also want the France U21 international (Sky Sports).
United will consider a loan move for a centre-back with Harry Maguire feared to be out for the rest of January with a hip injury (MEN).
