Manchester United 'remain confident they can attract their top targets' this summer even if they fail to qualify for the Champions League.
Ralf Rangnick's side have won their last two matches, against Brighton and Leeds, to establish a four-point cushion between themselves in fourth and West Ham in fifth.
But Arsenal, Wolves and Tottenham further down all have games in hand and could overhaul United if they put together a consistent run.
United are set to play Atletico Madrid at the Wanda Metropolitano in the Champions League on Wednesday night and will be keep to remain in Europe's top competition
The search for United's new manager is underway, with Mauricio Pochettino and Erik ten Hag among the candidates, and they have already resolved to back their new boss with funds.