Ferguson's Manchester United transfer budget has been the subject of intense speculation ever since Cristiano Ronaldo's world record £80 million move to Real Madrid last year.
Club officials, including Ferguson himself, have continually insisted it is his decision alone to leave the vast majority unspent because he does not believe there is value in the market.
It was felt the true test would come this summer, particularly as Saturday's defeat to Chelsea has raised doubts over the longevity of stalwarts Ryan Giggs, Paul Scholes and Gary Neville, and the suitability of their present replacements.
Karim Benzema is one of the men who has been most heavily linked with Old Trafford given Ferguson tried to sign him from Lyon last year, since when the striker has failed to make an impression with Real Madrid.
A goalkeeper is also a priority given Edwin van der Sar will celebrate his 40th birthday next term, with United fans hoping for many more besides.
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