Ferguson not planning to recruit

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Ferguson has been linked with a number of players but appears comfortable with those at his disposal.

The Scot said: "Everyone is playing a game. It is unlikely we will bring anyone in."

He is also determined to hang on to his young stars with Real Madrid apparently interested in Cristiano Ronaldo.

"We have never spoken to them and they have never spoken to us," said the Old Trafford boss. "It is nonsense and tedious. Who would not be interested in Ronaldo? That is why we bought him."

United embark on their FA Cup campaign on Saturday evening when they hope to knock out Aston Villa for the second successive season.

Ferguson expects a tough encounter against a side that is progressing well under manager Martin O'Neill.

United, however, are keen to go one better than last season when they finished runners-up to Chelsea.

Ferguson took in Villa's victory against Tottenham in midweek and said: "They will have a go. "Villa have some good young players like Gabriel Agbonlahor and Ashley Young.

"So we have some issues to deal with here as they have good experienced players as well. It is a good mix."