We have this issue back then under Alex Ferguson but we fixed it. Erik ten Hag has the right player to fix the issue, and he is the only available player that can execute the job.”
Paul Scholes slams Man Utd and singles out ‘biggest Manchester United problem’ that resurfaced after Liverpool humiliation, giving Erik ten Hag the solution to the problem.
In the wake of Manchester United’s humiliating 4-0 defeat at Old Trafford to fierce rivals Liverpool, Manchester United legend Paul Scholes has delivered a harsh but constructive assessment of the club’s current form.
Scholes, known for his no-nonsense attitude both on and off the pitch, pointed out what he believes to be United’s “biggest problem” and offered a potential solution to manager Erik ten Hag.
Scholes compared the current situation to one faced during Sir Alex Ferguson’s reign, stating that while this issue has re-emerged, there is a simple fix if Ten Hag chooses to act decisively.
“We had similar problems back in the day, but we sorted them out, and it was down to the right personnel being put in place,” Scholes said.
He emphasized that United’s midfield is currently lacking in the kind of control and balance that was a hallmark of their success under Ferguson.
The United legend singled out the need for a midfield general—someone capable of breaking up play, dictating tempo, and providing the defense with greater protection.
According to Scholes, this has been Manchester United’s most glaring deficiency, especially in big matches like the one against Liverpool.
He suggested that Ten Hag already has the answer in his squad.
“There’s a player in that dressing room who can do the job, and it’s just a matter of playing him in the right role,” Scholes remarked.
He hinted at a midfielder currently on the fringes, though he did not explicitly name him.
However, speculation points to Scott McTominay, a player known for his physicality and defensive acumen.
Scholes believes that if Ten Hag can fix this midfield issue and implement the right tactics, Manchester United could still mount a serious title challenge.
“It’s not over for them yet, but they have to get this sorted fast. They have the talent; they just need the right balance in midfield.”
As the pressure mounts on Erik ten Hag following recent setbacks, all eyes will be on his next lineup to see if he takes Scholes’ advice.
