Manchester United's attacking department is facing intense scrutiny after legendary striker Gary Lineker delivered a brutal assessment of Rasmus Hojlund's Premier League form, while Gary Neville didn't hold back in his criticism of the entire team's "schoolboy" performance.
Lineker's Blunt Hojlund Verdict
The Match of the Day host didn't mince words when discussing United's £72 million signing, highlighting the stark contrast between his European and domestic performances. "He's not scoring in the league, is he?" Lineker pointed out during The Rest Is Football podcast.
While Hojlund has been prolific in the Champions League, his Premier League drought continues to raise concerns about United's attacking efficiency and the young striker's adaptation to English football.
Rashford Under the Microscope
Marcus Rashford's dramatic form dip hasn't gone unnoticed either, with the England international receiving his share of criticism. After a career-best 30-goal season last year, Rashford's current struggles are contributing to United's offensive problems.
The statistics make for concerning reading - United have scored fewer Premier League goals than any other team in the top half of the table, highlighting the severity of their attacking crisis.
Neville's "Schoolboy" Slam
Gary Neville delivered perhaps the most damning indictment of United's recent performance against Galatasaray. The Sky Sports pundit described their defending as "absolute nonsense" and "schoolboy" level, pointing to fundamental issues throughout the team.
Neville's frustration was palpable as he analysed United's tendency to "sabotage themselves" in crucial moments, suggesting deeper problems than just individual player form.
Ten Hag's Growing Concerns
With United sitting sixth in the Premier League and their Champions League hopes hanging by a thread, pressure is mounting on manager Erik ten Hag. The Dutchman must find solutions to:
- Unlock Hojlund's Premier League potential
- Rediscover Rashford's scoring touch
- Address defensive vulnerabilities
- Improve overall team cohesion
As United prepare for their crucial Premier League encounter against Newcastle, all eyes will be on whether Ten Hag can orchestrate a turnaround in his team's fortunes.
