Manchester United manager Louis van Gaal has reiterated his belief that the Red Devils can challenge for the Premier League title.
New signing Anthony Martial bagged a brace as Man Utd beat Southampton 3-2 on Sunday.
The result has moved the Old Trafford side up to second in the table, two points behind title and city rivals Manchester City.
Van Gaal told reporters: "We have made a statement that we shall compete for the title. You cannot expect a title from a team in transition. But when we are close we shall grab it."
The Red Devils last won the Premier League in 2013.
