Paul Scholes shows no mercy to ex-Benfica man: “It’s not working”

Paul Scholes, former Manchester United player, did not mince his words when commenting on yet another defeat for the team of the former Benfica coach.

Paul Scholes showed no mercy for the Manchester United team, questioning the Red Devils' signings and even leaving a message for Ruben Amorim. The legendary Old Trafford midfielder spoke after the 3-0 defeat to Manchester City.

"I don't think there is enough quality. No matter which players Ruben Amorim chooses for the midfield, any combination he tries seems not to work . That is a big problem. I thought the absolute priority should have been a midfielder with legs, someone who could control the game," Paul Scholes told the BBC .

Next, the former Manchester United player criticized the heavy investment in forwards in this transfer window, stating that other areas were left unstrengthened: "Did they really need to wait until the Grimsby game to realize that Onana is not good enough? If Manchester United were not interested in Donnarumma when he became available, that's a crime . They bought forwards. That needed to be addressed, but three?".

Regarding Ruben Amorim, Paul Scholes believes changes are needed: "He can't keep playing like this, he simply can't. At some point, he has to think: 'I have to change something because what I'm doing now is not working and I'm not getting results' . The proof is there."

Finally, the former England international admitted he likes the Portuguese coach, but countered that at the moment, it's not good enough: "I like Amorim, what he says, he seems like a nice man. But unfortunately, the results show the reality. Right now, it's not good enough. If the results don't improve, performance doesn't matter much. He has to win some games or the pressure on him will be enormous."

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