Manchester United legend Peter Schmeichel says Louis van Gaal's defence is still a major concern.
Unless Van Gaal adds more steel to his back four in January, Schmeichel thinks the United boss can kiss goodbye to any hopes he has of qualifying for the Champions League.
"I think it's work in progress for Louis van Gaal," said Schmeichel, who played 398 times for United.
"His signings were good this summer, they lifted the fans and brought hope, enthusiasm and belief it can be done, but we need to tighten up in defence.
"Conceding that many goals is never going to win you anything.
"We have the January transfer window coming up.
"Traditionally Manchester United don't buy in that window, but we did last season (when the club bought Juan Mata) and I think they have to do that this season.
"We have to tighten up at the back and then they will finish in the top four."
