Manchester United have shelved plans over a move for Porto centre-back Eliaquim Mangala, as David Moyes has more pressing concerns to address than his defence.
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According to the Daily Mail, the Old Trafford boss is keen on the €50million-rated star but feels he must first try to recruit in other areas once the winter window is open.
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Manchester United officials have been told to put any Mangala package on hold until the summer, when a decision will be made regarding the future of a number of the more senior centre-backs in the squad, most notably Rio Ferdinand.
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Mangala is a powerful, speedy centre-back and has been making a name for himself since joining Porto from Standard Liege in Belgium, though he is now a full France international.
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The report from the Mail claims Manchester United believe they must concentrate on bringing in one or two midfielders during January, with priority being on a more creative player to help feed the likes of Robin van Persie and Wayne Rooney.
I still feel Manchester United's defence is still intact in the EPL this season. They just need midfielders
That is a good step in the right direction. Man United needs a midfielder not a defender.