Ruben Amorim has insisted that Manchester United “need to improve recruitment” following several years of poor spending in the transfer market.

Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim is set to complete his first signing for the club, with a left-back set to land at Old Trafford.

Manchester United are busy reshaping their ranks as Ruben Amorim makes moves to embed his philosophy at Old Trafford. The Red Devils have initiated a January exit amid Amorim's desire to increase his options among the club's academy talent.

Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim has made clear his desire for new players at Old Trafford this month and the Red Devils have already confirmed a deal after striking an agreement

Ruben Amorim does not want to sell Kobbie Mainoo – but admitted it will be hard for Manchester United to keep all their homegrown players. United are keen to tie down the talented central midfielder to a new deal but the grim reality of their financial situation has presented challenges.

Ruben Amorim has insisted that he wants Kobbie Mainoo to stay at Manchester United amid reports linking him with a move to Chelsea. The Red Devils have been rocked by speculation that Mainoo could be about to leave, with Chelsea said to be weighing up a surprise bid.

Head coach Ruben Amorim spoke of the situation on Friday ahead of the FA Cup third-round clash with Arsenal. While he insisted he would like to keep Mainoo, Amorim acknowledged that his hands could be tied due to the club's precarious position when it comes to finances.

Manchester United transfer news as the January transfer budget is set to receive a small boost thanks to a sell-on clause

Ruben Amorim has played down the prospect of Manchester United strengthening their squad in the January window but insisted that he wants to keep his best players following speculation that Kobbie Mainoo could leave Old Trafford.

Manchester United are in the market for a striker after suffering in front of goal this season - but they may be forced to wait until summer