Manchester United striker Romelu Lukaku insists they can be title contenders next season.

Lukaku believes predictions painting United as also-rans in the coming seasons is off the mark.

“I don't believe we are really that short in being able to compete in the big ­competitions," said Lukaku.

"We knew immediately after the game against Seville that we weren't good enough, so we accept the criticism. I mean, we are Manchester United, we have to improve year in, year out and I know a lot of players, a lot of good players, will come into the club in the summer. That's for sure.

“That is something I look forward to because it will ­improve the squad. The ­manager will also look forward to that because next season we have to win. We will have to try to win as many trophies as we can."