Manchester United midfielder Juan Mata admits there'll be disappointment if they fail to secure a top four finish.

United looked to have no chance of securing Champions League finish for next season with the club previously toiling under Jose Mourinho.

And Mata has admitted it would be a major disappointment if they failed to achieve their goal.

“A few months ago it was almost ruled out to get a place in Champions League," he told Mundo Deportivo.

“Now that we are close it would be a disappointment not to get it.

“We have done the hardest thing, which is to reach after going back more than twelve points. Having added the last three points was crucial.

“We are with options and it is positive if we analyse where we were in November."