Robin van Persie has criticized Manchester United for “gambling on star names like Paul Pogba and Alexis Sanchez” instead of following the same blueprint Liverpool have under Jurgen Klopp.
United have endured a frustrating transitional period which has lasted longer than expected since the departure of legendary boss Sir Alex Ferguson back in 2013.
Similar criticisms were leveled at Alexis Sanchez when he completed a move to United in January 2018 from Arsenal, as Mourinho struggled to get the best out of another talented figure.
Van Persie, who was part of United’s last title-winning side, believes his old club should have focused on implementing a “philosophy” in the same way that the Reds did, rather than taking unnecessary risks in the transfer market.
“Jurgen Klopp was appointed and players were selected who fit in with the football philosophy, not from marketing motives,” the ex-United striker told SoFoot.
“At Manchester United, they gamble on star names like Paul Pogba and Alexis Sanchez. While having a philosophy like Liverpool and not Manchester United creates enormous collective power.”
“The challenge for Manchester United is to see if Ole Gunnar Solskjaer can successfully establish a philosophy of his own.”
“At Manchester United under Sir Alex Ferguson, there was an incredible daily urge to act. To go to Manchester United was like breaking through the glass ceiling, to make certain things possible.
“If United want to recover, they must give Solskjaer time and a real chance. Right now, Liverpool and Manchester City are one or two steps ahead of United.” concluded Van Persie.
