Louis van Gaal: Defence is strong enough

Louis van Gaal has baulked at suggestions Manchester United must bolster their defence in the January transfer window.

Manager Van Gaal claimed United have “more than enough” defensive cover and quality, despite Chris Smalling’s groin problem further stretching resources. Robin van Persie’s brace sneaked United past Southampton 2-1 at St Mary’s on Monday, but the Old Trafford side struggled tactically and defensively.