Erik ten Hag has mentioned Manchester United must be "creative" in the event that they need to signal a striker in January.
Ten Hag is eager to herald a alternative for Cristiano Ronaldo, who left Outdated Trafford throughout the break for the World Cup.
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A scarcity of accessible funds meant United missed out on Cody Gakpo, who has joined Liverpool from PSV Eindhoven, and the membership are taking a look at short-term choices as a substitute, together with signing a ahead on mortgage till the tip of the season.
"It's always difficult, strikers are expensive, especially in the winter," Ten Hag mentioned. However you must set the boundaries excessive.
"We're looking for it, we need to be creative and do everything we have in our power to get the right players in, who are fitting in the balance."
Ronaldo's departure means Ten Hag has simply Anthony Martial and Marcus Rashford obtainable as recognised senior strikers within the squad.
Talking forward of the journey to Wolves on Saturday, the Dutchman was requested to charge United's probabilities of signing a striker in January however the 52-year-old mentioned he would solely choose the window after the deadline.
"I don't think you can rate it because it is about timing, it's also about availability," Ten Hag added.
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"It's about so many circumstances playing a role in that. It's now December and the window has not even started. It's a long period."
Ten Hag's points up entrance have been exacerbated by Jadon Sancho's dip in kind. The England winger has been given time away from the membership and didn't participate within the coaching camp held throughout the World Cup.
Sancho hasn't featured since a 1-1 draw at Chelsea on Oct. 22 however Ten Hag mentioned he's nearing a comeback.
"The time is coming but the time is not now," Ten Hag mentioned.
"But he is making progress and we will see when he is ready to return to the squad. He is back in Manchester and will start individual training."
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