"Shaw, Maguire, Casemiro, they've all been great players but they're at a stage of their career now where you get found out in the Premier League if you're not physically good enough,' he told The Times. Their bodies are not athletic enough, they're not strong enough, they're not quick enough. They've dropped to a level where they can't cope with what's needed in the Premier League."
"Their bodies are not athletic enough, they're not strong enough, they're not quick enough. They've dropped to a level where they can't cope with what's needed in the Premier League. Every player in the Premier League is an absolute machine. They've got five per cent body fat, they can run, they're strong, they can head it. Manchester United are carrying two or three players that are just not capable of living with it."
Manchester United sit 10th in the league and prepare to face Liverpool at Anfield as the season has been marked by poor results, inconsistency and uncertainty around manager Ruben Amorim. Fans and former players have criticised several squad members for failing to meet the physical and performance standards expected at a top club. Paul Scholes specifically named Harry Maguire, Luke Shaw and Casemiro, arguing their bodies lack the athleticism, strength and speed required to cope with Premier League demands. Shaw has started every league game, Casemiro has featured in most matches, and Maguire has appeared regularly this season.
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