Louis van Gaal content with Manchester United defence
The Dutchman claimed United have 'more than enough' defensive cover and quality, despite Chris Smalling's groin problem further stretching resources.
Robin van Persie's brace sneaked United past Southampton 2-1 on Monday, but the Old Trafford side struggled tactically and looked weak in defence.
Van Gaal shrugged off criticism of his back-line after switching central midfielder Michael Carrick into a makeshift defensive role midway through the clash at St Mary's.
Newspaper Review - Tuesday 9 December
Do we have to buy players? No
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"When you have injuries you cannot solve the problem otherwise," said Van Gaal.
"Do we have to buy (defensive) players? No. We have more than enough."
Van Gaal has been forced to call on youth defenders Paddy McNair and Tyler Blackett this term, with Luke Shaw, Rafael, Phil Jones and Daley Blind still out of action.