Ashley Young claims Manchester United have not ruled out winning the title this season – despite being 13 points behind leaders Chelsea.
Former champions United are in a period of transition under new boss Louis van Gaal and have endured an indifferent start under the Dutchman.
But last weekend's 2-1 win at Arsenal – United's first away win of the season – lifted Van Gaal's side into fourth spot for the first time this term.
Despite Chelsea's commanding lead at the summit of the table, winger Young said United's players will always believe they can go and win the title.
“I think the manager has said obviously we want to break that top four,” said Young.
“But you know players and staff at the club, we want to win the league title.
“I think he [Van Gaal] has got that aura. You know he's got that presence out on the training ground and the training pitch.
“He believes in people, he gives you that belief, he's an honest man and he just wants everyone to go out there and do well.
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“The manager wants to achieve massive things, he wants the club to get back to winning titles, and we're no different to that.
“You know the players have bought into that philosophy since pre-season and that's exactly what everyone is doing.
“We're all pulling in the right direction, pulling in the same direction and everybody is leading that charge up the league.”
Young believes the upcoming Christmas fixture programme, a point in the season when United are traditionally strong, can see Van Gaal's squad go on a winning run.
"I think that's when we're at our best,” said Young. “At the turn of the year we always come strong.
"I'm sure it is going to be a busy but good Christmas period and we look forward to that New Year."
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