Rio Ferdinand has warned that star signings such as Declan Rice would not necessarily take Manchester United to the next level.
The former centre-back believes the deep-rooted issues at the club must be addressed rather than papering over the cracks with expensive deals.
Rice, valued by West Ham at £100million is one such player of interest to United but Ferdinand told the Vibe With Five podcast: 'I don't think it matters what individuals Man United bring in.
Rio Ferdinand thinks Manchester United need to establish a clear identity
Declan Rice is one of the players to have been linked with United in recent weeks
'It's been proven over a long period of time now that you can bring in your superstars and think this is a saving grace etc.