Paul Scholes names three big teams Manchester United would beat easily in Europa League

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straight to your inbox every day for freeManchester United have been stepping up preparations for the second leg of their Europa League last 16 tie with AC Milan.Ole Gunnar Solskjaer 's squad were put through their paces at the Aon Training Complex on Tuesday ahead of the Milan game at the San Siro on Thursday evening.

direct to your inboxNorman Whiteside, Gary Neville, Mason Greenwood and now Shola Shoretire.Manchester United’s goalless draw with Real Sociedad last month was predictably unremarkable, but when 17-year-old Shoretire entered the field as Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s final substitution, the youngster joined an illustrious list of players.Shoretire became the youngest player to appear for United in European competition, rounding off an unforgettable week in which he also made his Premier League

straight to your inbox every day for freePaul Scholes says Dean Henderson can secure his spot as Manchester United and England No.1 over the next few weeks. Usual first-choice goalkeeper David de Gea is currently in Spain after the birth of his daughter, which has granted Henderson a run in Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's first-team.

straight to your inbox every day for freeAC Milan legend Franco Baresi would like his former club to sign Marcus Rashford from Manchester United.United welcome the Serie A club to Old Trafford on Thursday for the first leg of their Europa League last-16 tie. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer will be without the services of Rashford, as well as David de Gea, Paul Pogba and Donny van de Beek, whilst Edinson Cavani is also likely to miss out.

straight to your inbox every day for freeFrance boss Didier Deschamps believes Paul Pogba's spell with the national team in November was key to the Manchester United midfielder's revival this season.United star Pogba is currently out with a thigh injury, but enjoyed a solid run of form throughout December and January for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side — netting winning goals in away games at Fulham and Burnley.

straight to your inbox every day for freePaul Scholes noticed the unsung but vital roles played by midfielders Fred and Scott McTominay in Manchester United's victory over City.United were 2-0 winners on Manchester derby day at the Etihad Stadium, as Bruno Fernandes and Luke Shaw scored early in each half.

straight to your inbox every day for freeManchester United fans were sent into a frenzy after transfer target Jadon Sancho appeared in a Pepsi advert with Paul Pogba.United are hoping to make four signings in the summer transfer window to complete their squad overhaul and, while a new centre-back is the priority, a right-winger remains high on Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's wish list.

direct to your inboxRio Ferdinand has told Manchester United they must be in the mix to sign Erling Haaland or Kylian Mbappe this summer. The former United man has lauded Ole Gunnar Solskjaer for the improvements he's made since taking charge at Old Trafford, but believes the Norwegian has to sign a superstar striker to take his side to the next level.

United are likely to be without Paul Pogba, Juan Mata, Phil Jones and Daniel James on Sunday, with Donny van de Beek, Edinson Cavani and Scott McTominay all ruled as doubtful ahead of this weekend.Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has a choice to make in terms of formation, as the Reds have the option to stick with their tried and tested 4-2-3-1, or look to match the Blues' effective three at the back system.* Click here to subscribe to Level up! The Esports and Gaming Show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google

straight to your inbox every day for freePaul Scholes believes Daniel James has seized his chance at Manchester United after a period of poor form. The winger struggled to make an impact for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's side in the opening months of the season but has figured four times in February, scoring three goals.

straight to your inbox every day for free Ole Gunnar Solskjaer says he hopes to have Edinson Cavani, Scott McTominay and Donny van de Beek back for the Premier League clash against Chelsea this weekend. However, United are still set to be without Paul Pogba 'for a few weeks' as he continues his rehabilitation from a recent thigh injury.

straight to your inbox every day for free Ole Gunnar Solskjaer is confident Shola Shoretire will still be in and around the Manchester United first team by the time fans are back in stadiums.

straight to your inbox every day for freePaul Merson has questioned Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's recent comments refusing to rule Manchester United out of the Premier League title race.United are currently second in the table but trail leaders Manchester City by 10 points. City are on a remarkable 18-match winning streak going into the first leg of their Champions League last-16 tie with Borussia Monchengladbach.

straight to your inbox every day for freeManchester United returned to winning ways in the Premier League after beating Newcastle United 3-1 on Sunday.Ole Gunnar Solskjaer 's side had drawn their previous two games with Everton and West Brom, allowing Manchester City to extend their lead at the top of the table. United sit 10 points adrift of their neighbours with the same number of matches played, making their clash at the Etihad Stadium on March 7 all the more important.

direct to your inboxPaul Scholes believes Manchester United haven't got "much to worry about" when they face "toothless" Chelsea next Sunday.United moved back up to second in the Premier League table on Sunday night with a 3-1 victory over Newcastle United at Old Trafford. Next up for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer 's side is a trip to Stamford Bridge against a Chelsea side yet to taste defeat under new boss Thomas Tuchel.

straight to your inbox every day for freePaul Scholes wants Manchester United to sign a 'dominant' centre-back partner for Harry Maguire in the summer to compete for the Premier League title next season.United climbed back up to second-place in the table with a 3-1 win over Newcastle United at Old Trafford. It took a while for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer 's side to get going but Marcus Rashford found the back of the net on 30 minutes to give the hosts the advantage.

straight to your inbox every day for freePaul Scholes does not believe Manchester United will be able to seriously challenge for the 'top trophies' until they solve their defensive issues.Harry Maguire and Victor Lindelof have been Ole Gunnar Solskjaer 's two primary central defenders so far this season but both men have faced criticism of late.United have the 10th worst defensive record in the top-flight and Scholes believes United's defensive shortcomings are also affecting their attack.Prior

United's midweek Europa League clash and are injury doubts ahead of the weekend, with Scott McTominay also a concern having been brought off in the second-half in midweek.Luke Shaw, Victor Lindelof and Anthony Martial could all return to the starting lineup against the Magpies, particularly with all three not featuring from the start in Turin.Paul Pogba and Phil Jones will definitely miss out, whilst Ole Gunnar Solskjaer has a decision to make in goal, with Dean Henderson earning a clean sheet