Concerns Over Manchester United’s Senior Players
Former Manchester United defender, Gary Neville, has voiced his concerns regarding the performance of key senior players such as Bruno Fernandes, Casemiro, and Harry Maguire. In recent weeks, Manchester United has shown some improvement, securing three consecutive victories under the management of Ruben Amorim, though they faced a setback with a 2-2 draw against Nottingham Forest on Saturday.
The Importance of a Strong Core
Appearing on ‘The Overlap’ and Betfair’s ‘Stick to Cricket’ show, Neville commented on the importance of a strong core in a football team, referencing his own experiences at United. He recalled how the team’s backbone comprised legendary figures like Peter Schmeichel, Steve Bruce, Gary Pallister, Roy Keane, and Eric Cantona, suggesting that a similar strength is currently lacking.
Performance Expectations
Neville pointed out that both Harry Maguire and Matthijs De Ligt, despite their extensive playing history and experience, have not been performing up to expectations.
“De Ligt has played at various competitive levels, and Maguire has a wealth of caps for England,”
he said. He further emphasized the need for the seasoned midfield duo of Casemiro and Fernandes to take charge of their roles, expressing disappointment that this “ageing” spine is not delivering stronger performances to unify and lead the squad effectively.
Conclusion
Overall, while acknowledging their experience, Neville believes these key individuals must elevate their game significantly for Manchester United to reach its potential.
