Graeme Souness wades in on Roy Keane’s Virgil van Dijk swipe as Man United transfer plans revealed

Manchester United will be pleased with Sunday’s goalless draw at Liverpool but many have questioned whether it really is a springboard for the rest of their season.

Some fans feel like January additions are needed but that seems unlikely given what Old Trafford chiefs have recently said. Club officials were concerned by Financial Fair Play regulations during the summer and are wary of breaching them this winter.

That said, many feel United still lack leaders. One former captain, Roy Keane, hit out against Virgil van Dijk’s post-match comments on Sunday and now Liverpool hero Graeme Souness has waded in on the ‘arrogance’ debate.

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United are not expected to be 'particularly busy' in the January transfer window as they remain focused on well-sourced summer additions.

United have endured a disappointing start to their second campaign under Erik ten Hag, with 12 defeats leaving them seventh in the Premier League and eliminated from the Champions League. Injuries have ravaged the squad for much of the season, with top performers from last season dropping in terms of quality.

The Manchester Evening News understands that up to five players could be sold during January, all of whom had first-team influence over the past 12 months. But despite likely exits and poor form, a mid-season splurge is unlikely.

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Souness has told Van Dijk to 'get used to' United's approach following the defender's spat with Keane.

Speaking to Sky Sports after the draw with United, Van Dijk claimed the visitors were 'buzzing' with a draw at Anfield and Erik ten Hag's side had not travelled to Merseyside looking