It's looking like it could be a rather hectic January window for Manchester United. The club hadn't planned to spend any money next month but are now drawing up plans to sign a new forward to help offset Cristiano Ronaldo's release.
January additions are often saved for clubs that are desperate. Despite their best efforts on the pitch, United have fallen into this category through no fault of their own.
Signing a new striker was considered in the summer, though it was only ever viewed as a preference rather than a priority given the other areas of concern in their squad.
