Former Manchester United player Gary Neville has expressed his belief that the Red Devils had a stronger team three years ago compared to their current squad. Neville pointed out that the team that played during Ole Gunnar Solksjaer’s last game in charge was superior to the current lineup under Ruben Amorim.
During a discussion on Sky Sports following Manchester United’s 2-0 defeat to Newcastle United at home, Neville highlighted the strengths of the previous squad. He mentioned that the defensive line-up of Wan-Bissaka, Shaw, Lindelof, and Maguire was better than the current options. In midfield, Neville argued that Matic and McTominay outperformed the current pairing of Casemiro and Eriksen. Additionally, he praised the attacking quartet of Sancho, Rashford, Bruno, and Cristiano, stating that they were more potent than the current forwards.
Despite significant investment in new players in recent years, Neville suggested that the squad assembled six years ago under Jose Mourinho might have been stronger than the current team. He expressed concern about Manchester United’s ability to compete for the league title with the current lineup.
Neville emphasized that the current team lacked the quality required to win consistently in the Premier League. He pointed out that Manchester United had spent a substantial amount on transfers in the last decade, with a significant portion of that expenditure occurring in the last three years. Neville expressed disappointment in the team’s performance, considering the excitement surrounding the summer signings.
Manchester United currently find themselves in 14th place in the league table, with 22 points from 19 games. The team is just six points above the relegation zone, raising further concerns about their ability to compete at the highest level.
Neville’s comments have sparked debate among fans and pundits alike, with many questioning the direction of the club and the effectiveness of their recent transfer strategy. As Manchester United continue to struggle on the pitch, the pressure is mounting on the players and coaching staff to turn their season around and deliver the results expected by the fans.
