David Gill has said that Alex Ferguson has funds at his disposal should he decide to use it. The Reds have spent a combined total of £20 million on Chris Smalling and Javier Hernandez but are yet to make the marquee signing that many United fans crave. But, speaking from the Manchester United Hospitality lounge, David Gill hinted that United could yet make one big signing before the window closes on August 31.

Contrary to media reports, Alex Ferguson has revealed that he has made no offer for Inter Milan midfielder, Wesley Sneijder.

The 26-year-old was reported to have turned down the Red Devils after they had made a £30 million move for the 2010 World Cup star.

However, Alex Ferguson has dismissed reports and hinted that a move for Sneijder may not be forthcoming as the squad is already stronger than last season.

Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson will have a major say in deciding who should succeed him when he ends his long reign at Old Trafford.

United chief executive David Gill has pledged Ferguson's advice will be sought when the Scot decides to stand down, but insists there have been no indications that such a decision is likely to come soon.

"We don't know when Alex is going to retire and long may he continue," Gill told The Independent. "It will be discussed with Alex, Bobby Charlton and the owners."

Sir Alex Ferguson has dismissed rumours he will retire as Manchester United boss at the end of next season.

Ferguson said ahead of United's crucial game against Tottenham: "It is rubbish, there is no truth in it."

He has won the Premier League title 11 times, the FA Cup on five occasions, four League Cup finals, two Champions League triumphs as well as the now defunct European Cup Winners' Cup.

Although Ferguson said last year he was in the "penalty shoot-out" of his career, he has no desire to step down in the immediate future.

Sir Alex Ferguson believes Carlos Tevez should have been shown a red card in Tuesday's heated Manchester derby at Eastlands.

Tevez returned to haunt his former employers with two goals as Manchester City defeated United 2-1 in the first leg of their Carling Cup semi-final encounter, but the Argentinian frontman has been accused of making a reckless challenge on Wes Brown. Tevez's high boot caught the thigh of the United defender in a 50-50 tackle, and Ferguson believes the challenge was severe enough to warrant a dismissal.

A banner ironically sporting the words “Glazer — Forever in your Debt” was unfurled outside Old Trafford before kick-off as supporters staged a peaceful demonstration, but it was inside the ground that fans really made their feelings known, many pointedly waving green-and-gold scarves — the colours of Newton Heath, whom United were originally formed as in 1878.

Sir Alex Ferguson used this weekend’s United Review programme notes to call for unity among the faithful as an atmosphere of sedition overtook Old Trafford. For the first time, the Scot chose to directly address United’s support on financial matters but once again failed to condemn his employers for loading the club with debt.

Sir Alex Ferguson believes just 82 points could be enough to secure the Premier League title this season.

Manchester United beat Liverpool to the crown with 90 points last season, and are in the hunt once again this term as they bid to land a record 19th top tier title.

United, who triumphed with 83 points in 2003, were forced to up their game after the arrival of Jose Mourinho at Chelsea in 2004 raised the bar of consistency needed to become champions.

The Manchester United defender Jonny Evans says fear of failure will drive the team to greater success. As Sir Alex Ferguson's side prepare for the second leg of their Carling Cup semi-final with Manchester City, where they are 2-1 down from the first game at Eastlands, the Northern Ireland international said: "A big thing at this club is the fear of not winning anything and not finishing at the top.

Sir Alex Ferguson has called on Manchester United to hit the accelerator as the Premier League title campaign enters another crucial phase.

With their interest in the FA Cup over at an early stage, United have the chance to jump above Chelsea and current leaders Arsenal by claiming top spot for the first time since October if they can beat Hull at Old Trafford on Saturdsay.

In the last week Chelsea have put seven goals past Sunderland and Arsenal roared back against Bolton in midweek to seize pole position on goal difference barely a month after being completely written off.