United already decided on the next signing with Joel Glazer to have final word

However, Joel Glazer will have the final say when it comes to the club's summer business, where Declan Rice is expected to emerge as the club's number 1 target.

Manchester United considered signing players this month. However, with none of their top targets available and ready to leave their current clubs in January, plans must be put on hold.

United have a mixed record when it comes to January transfers, so this is potentially for the best.

Bruno Fernandes has been a hit since joining Sporting in 2020, while Nemanja Vidic and Patrice Evra have become legends after moving in 2006 when Sir Alex Ferguson ruled the roost.

But for every Fernandes, Vidic and Evra there was a Zoran Tosic, Alexis Sanchez, Manucho and Odion Ighalo.

United are now planning ahead for the summer.