Manchester United are reportedly still hoping to sign Real Madrid's Gareth Bale before the end of the summer transfer window.
That's according to the Daily Mail's Ian Ladyman:
Van Gaal has told friends in the past week he thinks Bale can be persuaded to leave Real Madrid at some stage.
When, during United’s pre-season tour, he spoke of the creative player he needs, it is understood he had Bale in mind.
The chances of Woodward pulling off that deal soon are slight, especially as relations with Real Madrid are not great while the Spaniards try to prise David de Gea away from Old Trafford.