Bacary Sagna, former Arsenal and Manchester City defender, is unimpressed with Manchester United this season.
The former French international criticized the Red Devils for underachieving and feels that a number of their players are not “playing at the level we know they are capable of.”
He added he was surprised to see how Raphael Varane was being under-used by manager Erik ten Hag.
Speaking to Lord Ping, Sagna said: “Manchester United are having a poor season by their standards. They have received a lot of criticism this season, which is fair then you look at the performances.
“Some of the players haven’t been playing at the level we know they are capable of. When you look at some of the players on the pitch and the team – there are a lot of big names there – but they haven’t been delivering.
“Manchester United are one of the biggest clubs in the world. People will always compare the players in this team to the best players that have worn the United shirt. They will always compare the manager to Sir Alex Ferguson. That is human nature, but that is also the pressure of playing or managing a club like Manchester United.”
Sagna mentioned that he is surprised to see his compatriot Raphael Varane being given limited playing time by the manager.
Sagna said: “I am surprised by Raphael Varane’s limited amount of game time at Manchester United this season. I know Varane well; I know his qualities and what he can give to the team. He is a leader. He has won so many trophies.
“When you lose your place in the starting line-up and your replacement plays well, it is always difficult to regain your place in the team. It also makes the manager’s decision to pick you harder.
“There can be no questions about his ability as a player and his quality. I think he is still one of the top central defenders in the world. I still think that Raphael Varane can play a massive role at Manchester United this season and is one of Erik ten Hag’s most important players.”
The former Premier League star has made some valid remarks about the club’s situation and the players.
The Red Devils should have won the match against Spurs after taking the lead twice but were unable to hold on and lost focus in key moments.
