Was it a coded message from Erik ten Hag or just the stating of facts, that Manchester United have a January transfer window to come before they truly contemplate next summer?
The Dutchman's comments to MUTV about recruitment plans have certainly heightened interest in the mid-winter window. Ten Hag got what he wanted this summer and given most of his signings have started well, there may be a desire to push on and do more business in January.
United are eyeing a right-back, midfielder and forward still and they might have an eye on the January window as a possible opportunity for more manoeuvring.
