West Ham boss David Moyes has admitted regret not buying in January.
The Scot feels this term's European campaign could have been helped by reinforcing his squad during the January transfer window.
“Of course it would," he said. “But what does a better January mean? Sometimes you can get players in who don't work out.
“It's a really easy thing to throw out. But actually to get it right and do it is another thing.
“My answer to that question would be yes. But it wasn't for the want of trying, that's for sure.
“Overall we've been pleased with what the players have done – they've done a great job."