Manchester United icon Paul Scholes has launched a scathing assessment of the current squad, bluntly stating that three first-team regulars simply aren't cut out for the demands of Premier League football.
The shocking revelation came during Scholes' analysis of United's humiliating 4-3 defeat to Copenhagen, which effectively ended their Champions League campaign at the group stage.
'They're Not Good Enough' - Scholes' Damning Assessment
While the former England midfielder didn't name the players directly, his criticism was unequivocal. "There are three players in that team who I don't think are good enough to play in the Premier League," Scholes declared on TNT Sports.
The United legend's comments come amid growing pressure on manager Erik ten Hag, with the club sitting eighth in the Premier League table and now crashing out of Europe entirely.
Champions League Disaster Compounds United's Woes
United's European campaign ended in spectacular failure after conceding four goals to Copenhagen, despite having taken the lead twice in the match. The defeat means the Red Devils won't even drop into the Europa League, marking one of their worst European performances in recent memory.
Scholes highlighted the broader issues plaguing the club, stating: "There's something wrong right throughout the football club. I think the manager will be feeling the pressure."
Ten Hag Under Fire as Crisis Deepens
The Dutch manager now faces increasing scrutiny after United's worst start to a season since 1962. With mounting injuries and inconsistent performances, Scholes suggested that Ten Hag might be struggling to implement his preferred style of play with the current squad.
"He wants to play a certain way, but he just doesn't have the players to do it," Scholes analysed, pointing to the fundamental mismatch between the manager's vision and the squad's capabilities.
As Manchester United prepares for their crucial Premier League clash against Everton this weekend, Scholes' damning verdict raises serious questions about the quality and direction of the squad Ten Hag has assembled.
