Manchester United legend Paul Scholes has launched a blistering attack on current Red Devils boss Ruben Amorim, branding his treatment of young midfielder Kobbie Mainoo as "bulls***".
Scholes' Furious Social Media Outburst
The former England midfielder took to Instagram to vent his anger after seeing Mainoo left as an unused substitute during Manchester United's 1-1 Premier League draw with West Ham at Old Trafford on Thursday. Scholes did not hold back in his criticism of Amorim's management of the highly-rated 20-year-old.
"Bulls***," Scholes posted in a direct response to Amorim's previous comments about the player. "The kid is being ruined, not being played in a team that can't control a game of football. Hate seeing home grown players leave but it's probably best for him now, enough is enough."
Mainoo's Frustrating Season Under Amorim
The core of Scholes' fury lies in the stark contrast between Amorim's words and his actions. Despite publicly stating last week that he considers Mainoo "a starter", the Portuguese coach has not once selected the England international from the beginning in the Premier League this season.
The statistics make for grim reading for Mainoo's supporters. In the 2025/26 top-flight campaign, he has managed just 171 minutes of action. His only start this term came in the Carabao Cup against Grimsby Town in August, a tie United ultimately lost on penalties.
Mounting Pressure and Future Implications
Scholes' intervention highlights the growing discontent around the handling of one of United's most promising academy graduates. His suggestion that Mainoo might be better off leaving the club underscores the severity of his concern for the player's development.
The situation places significant pressure on Amorim to justify his team selections, especially with United struggling to dominate matches. As a homegrown talent with immense potential, Mainoo's absence from a midfield lacking control has become a focal point for criticism from iconic figures like Scholes, raising serious questions about the manager's strategy and man-management.
