Manchester United is dealing with a lot of uncertainty, both in games and behind the scenes. Club legend Paul Scholes has raised an important issue that might shake things up for the team. He fears that financial pressures could force the club to sell two promising young talents, Alejandro Garnacho and Kobbie Mainoo. United Legend Warns of Star Sales.
Speaking on Optus Sport’s Matchday Live, Scholes worries that the team’s ongoing struggle to comply with the Premier League’s Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR) could lead to tough decisions. Poor investments and management have really strained United’s finances over the years. There’s a worry that young players like Garnacho and Mainoo, who could be seen as valuable assets under PSR rules, might be sold to relieve some of that pressure.
Risking Our Academy Stars
Scholes pointed out that losing Garnacho and Mainoo would be a hard hit, not just for their talent, but for what it means for the club’s proud tradition of developing players from within. While Garnacho has been in the spotlight lately, Mainoo has a special story—he’s a lifelong fan who joined the academy at just seven, so his possible exit would hurt a lot. United Legend Warns of Star Sales.
“The Mainoo one would be tough; they both would be,” Scholes noted. “He’s come through every level of our academy and just made it to the first team with a great season. Selling him would feel like a big miss for our academy system.”
Worries About Manchester United’s Future
Scholes also talked about how far the club has fallen in terms of its global standing and influence. Once a top choice for any player, Manchester United is now competing with teams like Aston Villa and Newcastle for transfers, rather than top clubs like Liverpool and Manchester City. United Legend Warns of Star Sales.
“For Manchester United to be in this situation—it’s sad,” Scholes said. “If things don’t improve, this could be a tough road for the next five years. The poor management since Sir Alex Ferguson left has had a lasting effect, and we might be paying the price by letting go of our best young talent.”
