Solskjaer and Pogba last night at Bergamo (©REUTERS/Alberto Lingria)
Solskjaer and Pogba last night at Bergamo (©REUTERS/Alberto Lingria)

Paul Scholes slams his namesake Pogba: "He'll still be doing stupid stuff when he's 35"

Reading Time: 1min | Wed. 03.11.21. | 11:18

Man Utd legend claims the Frenchman "goes away with fairies" and that he needs a babysit

Manchester United legend Paul Scholes criticised Paul Pogba heavily, claiming he'll need a babysit even when he's 35 for his immature behaviour on the pitch.

Following United's 2-2 draw with Atalanta on Tuesday evening, which saw Pogba being substituted in the second half, Scholes stated that the Frenchman goes away with fairies.

Speaking after the game, Scholes said:

Paul Scholes nowadays works as a pundit (©Michael Regan/Getty Images)Paul Scholes nowadays works as a pundit (©Michael Regan/Getty Images)

"Pogba needs somebody on him all the time. Somebody there that he totally respects, he needs experienced people behind him.

"How old he? 28? He's a really experienced player. But he's one of them that will get to 35 and be exactly the same.

"He'll still be doing the stupid stuff where he's stud rolling the ball, holding people off, showing how strong and skilful he is."

The biggest thing with Pogba, in Scholes' opinion, is his concentration. That's why he needs some experienced guys in his surroundings.

"You think of the Juventus team he played in, where he was brilliant and was why we signed him.

"The experience around him - Pirlo, Chiellini, Bonucci, Buffon, an aggressive manager. He will need that treatment until he's 35, "Scholes concluded.

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