Manchester United still eyeing Fabregas

As United's week-long stay in Sydney took them to a public training session at the Allianz Stadium, which attracted more support than the seasonal average of any side that plays there regularly, executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward set to work on the urgent transfer business that demanded his early return to Europe.

Cesc Fabregas

Given Woodward was due back in the UK tomorrow anyway, it was a significant move on his part which suggested a major piece of business was in the offing.

And, speaking at a press conference to preview today's encounter with the A-League All Stars at ANZ Stadium, Moyes for the first time endorsed the fact United had made a bid for Fabregas.

"I couldn't tell you exactly," said Moyes, when asked for a progress update. "I am in contact with the chief executive who has been dealing with it. I will hopefully know a little bit more in the next day or so."