BREAKING NEWS:‼️ “It has come out clear today to everyone that Onana is not the problem of Man United but this particular Manchester United player. He’s the one destroying the legacy of this club, and the board needs to show him the exit door by the summer,” – Paul Scholes reveals the ONE player behind Man United’s downfall lately – Not Garnacho, Not Fernandes.
HE GOT TEN HAG SACKED AND HE’S TRYING TO GET AMORIM SACKED TOO.
Manchester United legend Paul Scholes has once again ignited the flames around Old Trafford with an explosive revelation that is shaking the very core of the club. While fans and pundits alike have spent months pointing fingers at various players – from goalkeeper André Onana to inconsistent attackers like Marcus Rashford and even Bruno Fernandes – Scholes has now dropped a bombshell: the real problem is someone else entirely.
And his words were chillingly direct.
> “Onana is getting all the heat, but he’s not the root of this rot. There’s one player who has been pulling this team down from the inside. He’s the one who ruined Ten Hag’s chances, and now he’s turning his poison toward Amorim. The club must act fast, or we’ll be watching another manager fall.”
Sources close to Scholes say the player he is referring to is none other than Harry Maguire.
Yes – the once-record signing and former captain, Harry Maguire, has now become the alleged “silent destroyer” of Manchester United’s modern rebuild, according to Scholes. And his claim has sparked a new debate across the fanbase and within media circles: Is Maguire the real problem at Old Trafford?
A Legacy in Question
When Harry Maguire arrived at Manchester United in 2019 from Leicester City for £80 million — a world-record fee for a defender — he was seen as the answer to the club’s defensive woes. Big, strong, vocal, and England’s standout performer at the 2018 World Cup, he had all the makings of a leader.
He was handed the captain’s armband less than a season into his United career. But ever since then, things have spiraled downward. Despite a handful of decent performances, Maguire’s tenure has been riddled with individual mistakes, heavy defeats, and most notably, a complete breakdown in dressing room dynamics.
And now, according to Scholes, he’s become the “toxic core” of United’s dressing room politics.
“He’s Still Pulling Strings”
Despite being stripped of the captaincy by former manager Erik ten Hag, Scholes suggests that Maguire still carries a dangerous level of influence behind the scenes.
> “Even without the armband, he’s got allies in that dressing room. And when things don’t go his way, he makes it known. Erik [Ten Hag] had to constantly tiptoe around him, and now Ruben [Amorim] is facing the same trap. It’s a pattern.”
Indeed, Ten Hag’s decision to sideline Maguire for most of the 2022/23 season was met with resistance from both fans and the media. But what wasn’t widely reported were the rumors of internal pushback—senior players unhappy with the way Maguire was treated. Some insiders now suggest that these divisions led to growing tension and loss of control by Ten Hag.
Scholes believes Maguire masterminded the disunity, not through open rebellion but by fostering a culture of entitlement and passive resistance among certain players.
Poor Performances, Big Consequences
On the pitch, Maguire’s displays have not been convincing enough to warrant starting every week. Positionally suspect, error-prone under pressure, and sluggish against fast attackers, he has often been exposed in high-profile games.
Yet every time he’s benched or criticized, a wave of media defence emerges, portraying him as a victim rather than a contributor to United’s defensive fragility.
Scholes doesn’t buy it.
> “We’ve been protecting him for too long. It’s always someone else’s fault. When we concede, it’s the goalkeeper. When we lose, it’s the tactics. But when will we look at the man in the middle of the defence who’s been the common denominator for years?”
A Threat to Amorim’s Rebuild
With Ruben Amorim now at the helm, many fans believed a new era had begun. Young players are being promoted, tactical systems are being revamped, and there’s a renewed emphasis on pressing and unity. But Scholes’ warning is clear:
> “If the board doesn’t move Maguire on this summer, Amorim won’t last long either. The same internal culture will poison another project. He needs a clean slate — and that means removing the silent saboteur.”
It’s a harsh truth that’s beginning to resonate with supporters. While Amorim’s 3-4-3 system is promising, it requires defenders who are quick, technically sound, and tactically flexible. Maguire, unfortunately, does not fit that mold. Yet, his presence continues to loom large.
Fan Reactions
Since Scholes’ comments hit the airwaves, United fans have exploded across social media with a mix of outrage and agreement:
> “I’ve backed Maguire for years, but Scholes is right. He’s a shadow captain. His influence is bigger off the pitch than on it — and not in a good way.” – @TrueRedDevils
> “Ruben Amorim must be given FULL control. No more player power. Maguire out this summer. Enough is enough.” – @UtdStrong
> “He’s not even the worst CB at the club. But his attitude? That’s the real issue.” – @OldTraffordWhispers
What Happens Next?
With the summer window fast approaching, all eyes are now on the United board. If they are serious about backing Ruben Amorim, this may be the most critical decision they face.
Maguire still has a contract until 2026, and despite interest from West Ham and other Premier League clubs last year, he refused to move. But with mounting pressure and a clear call from legends like Scholes, that might change soon.
The solution is simple: Cut the rot and move forward.
Final Thoughts
Paul Scholes has never been one to stir drama for the sake of headlines. His loyalty to Manchester United runs deep, and when he speaks, it’s with the weight of someone who has worn the badge and bled for the club. His warning should not be taken lightly.
If what he says is true — that Harry Maguire is the force undermining not just one, but now two managers — then the time for protection and excuses is over. Ruben Amorim’s success depends on unity, not division.
And the future of Manchester United may very well depend on who they remove, not just who they sign.
Let me know if you’d like a version that includes player s
tats, reactions from other legends like Keane or Neville, or even a mock-up of a summer transfer plan without Maguire.
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