Louis van Gaal has dismissed suggestions Manchester United must bolster their defence in the January transfer window. The Dutchman claimed United have "more than enough" defensive cover and quality, despite Chris Smalling's groin problem further stretching resources.
Van Gaal shrugged off criticism of his defensive stocks after switching England midfielder Michael Carrick into a makeshift defensive role midway through Monday's fortunate 2-1 win at Southampton.
"When you have injuries you cannot solve the problem otherwise," said Van Gaal.
"Do we have to buy players? No. We have more than enough."
