"We have been looking for a Roy Keane replacement for over two years and nothing has changed.
"Trying to identify that type of player is not easy, but I can assure you there is a big urge to scour the market for someone suitable.
"I wanted to improve our cover during the January transfer window, so I am delighted with the two acquisitions [Patrice Evra and Nemanja Vidic]. The next area to tackle is the midfield."