Paul Scholes was clear and decisive when determining which player Manchester United “should sell” between Alejandro Garnacho and Kobbie Mainoo.

Paul Scholes was decisive when asked to choose between Alejandro Garnacho and Kobbie Mainoo as potential sales for Manchester United.

Speaking as part of TNT Sports’ coverage of United’s 3-1 victory over Southampton at Old Trafford on Thursday evening, Scholes, now 50, shared his candid opinion about his former club. Despite his legendary status as one of United’s most decorated players, with 25 trophies including 11 Premier League titles and two Champions League wins, he has never shied away from speaking his mind.

While United secured three points, their performance was underwhelming. Kobbie Mainoo, 19, struggled to make an impact and was substituted at halftime. Reports last week suggested Chelsea were prepared to move for Mainoo, as he has been unable to agree on a new contract with United.

Scholes weighed in on Garnacho, who has been linked with moves away from Old Trafford, including interest from Napoli and Chelsea. He remarked, “United can probably get better than Garnacho.” Although Garnacho has been United’s top scorer this season, Scholes criticized his technique and decision-making, admitting he wouldn’t be overly concerned if the club sold him.

However, the former midfielder was adamant about retaining Mainoo, whom he described as one of the club’s brightest talents. “Mainoo’s been here since he was seven or eight. To sell him for some PSR rules would be ridiculous. He could be a leading figure for the next five to ten years.”

Scholes expressed frustration over the trend of selling homegrown players like Marcus Rashford, Mainoo, and Garnacho, noting that these sales often serve financial purposes due to the pure profit they generate under PSR regulations. He emphasized the importance of nurturing Mainoo, seeing him as integral to the club’

s future.