Paul Scholes criticizes De Ligt after United's defeat against Spurs

manchester united succumbed to his third defeat of the first division season after a 3-0 loss to Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday.

The performance was below par at Old Trafford. The Red Devils could have conceded more than 3 goals against Spurs and their blushes were saved by a brilliant save from Andre Onana.

Speaking after the disappointing defeat, Man United legend Paul Scholes said he is not impressed with the new signings and criticized Matthijs de Ligt. He added that it is not an improvement in Harry Maguire.

He told Supersport (via daily mail): “When you bring in players, you expect them to be much better than the ones you already have. I don't see players coming in that make a big difference. De Ligt has replaced Maguire, let's say, but there is no big difference there. No, absolutely not.”

Criticism

Scholes has questioned United's decision to sign De Ligt from the beginning. He was critical of transfer and the Dutchman didn't do much yesterday to prove him wrong. he won alone 3 duels in the game and failed to make a successful entry.

The former Bayern Munich star completed only 25% of his long balls. Scholes believes he is not an improvement on Maguire in the starting XI and it remains to be seen if the Dutchman can redeem himself in the coming games.

United had a good schedule to start the campaign, but are 6 points off the top four. The club has not had a good start in the european league league phase either. Last week they drew 1-1 against Twente.

The Red Devils face Porto and Villa in the Europa League and Premier League before the internationals. Both games are away from home and could be a big test for United's defense and De Ligt has to step up with better performances.

A couple more defeats could see Ten Hag sacked during the October international break.