He has only been a disappointment” – Gary Neville Urges Ratcliffe to Remove Underperforming Players After Southampton Win**
Despite Manchester United’s convincing 3-0 victory over Southampton, club legend Gary Neville expressed deep frustration with the performances of certain players.
In his post-match analysis, Neville didn’t hold back, calling out those he felt were underperforming and suggesting that Manchester United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe should make significant changes to the squad.
“I have said this multiple times, but this is the final straw,” Neville remarked. “His performance during today’s match was the last straw.
He was just wasting the efforts of his teammates. He has only been a disappointment.”
The victory, while positive on the surface, masked some individual performances that Neville believes fell far below the standard expected at Manchester United.
He rated certain players a mere 1 out of 10, despite the team’s overall win.
Neville did not specify which player he was referring to, but his comments implied dissatisfaction with more than one squad member.
The game itself saw Manchester United display moments of brilliance, with three well-taken goals that sealed a comfortable win.
Yet, Neville’s comments reflect a larger concern that not all players are pulling their weight, even in victory.
He urged Ratcliffe to make the tough decisions necessary to offload those who are not contributing to the club’s progress.
“Our boys finally delivered and we should be grateful for that,” Neville acknowledged, offering some praise for the team.
“But there’s still room for improvement, and they will improve soon enough. We need more games like this one.”
Neville’s criticism comes at a time when Manchester United fans are eager for the team to return to the dominant form they were once known for.
While the 3-0 win over Southampton provides hope for the future, Neville’s concerns suggest that behind the scenes, tougher decisions may be needed to ensure long-term success.
As the season progresses, it remains to be seen whether Ratcliffe and the club’s management will act on Neville’s advice and seek to revamp the squad to keep United on the winning path.
