Manchester United boss Louis van Gaal is tightlipped over a January move for AS Roma midfielder Kevin Strootman.
Strootman is being linked with United ahead of the winter market.
Asked directly by journalists whether he is interested in signing Roma midfielder Kevin Strootman, van Gaal said: "I cannot discuss players with the media.
"I'm sorry, I cannot answer this question. And not only Strootman but all the players in this world. I cannot discuss it with you."
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