'We're just f*cking empty' - Paul Scholes admits he 'can't get excited' about Man Utd as club legend raises Erik ten Hag concerns and names player who 'worries him to death'

Scholes was asked about his hopes for United's upcoming campaign under Erik ten Hag and rattled off a list of reasons why he is struggling to get enthused. Not only does he believe that there are significant holes in the squad, he is unsure about Andre Onana as the goalkeeper and has expressed his concern that Ten Hag will ultimately pay the price.

Not only does Scholes believe that the squad isn't up to scratch, he has outlined the issues with the club's midfield, insisting that they are "f*cking empty" in the position.

Scholes told The Overlap, via Sky Bet: "I've heard a lot of United fans saying they're excited for the new season, but I'm struggling to get excited. The middle of the pitch being an area where we're just f*cking empty. Teams just breaking through us."

He added: "I still worry about the goalkeeper, he's a big concern for me. Even watching the pre-season games, a couple of goals he conceded against Liverpool... I worry to death about him."

Scholes said on Ten Hag: “I’m concerned for him. He has to get off to a good start. It has to be so much better than last season. When they stuck with him I was quite happy because I do like the thought of continuity, we’ve been through so many managers now it’s just ridiculous. But on the other hand, from the first season to the second season you like to see a bit of improvement. But if anything it got worse.”

United play Manchester City this weekend in the Community Shield. They will then face Fulham in their first Premier League fixture on August 16.