“That game really got hard to watch starting from the 30th minute. There is no real hunger to score goals or the strive for victory. It felt like they were already tired before the game started. They are only playing for their wages” – This is according to Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand as he blows hot on the performance of Manchester United players during the Premier League match against Liverpool as he claims they are playing football for their huge wage and gives advice to Sir Jim Ratcliffe to meet such terrible performances with wage cuts.

Manchester United have been warned about proceeding with a bid for Brentford’s star striker, Ivan Toney, despite earlier links to several of the Premier League’s top clubs.

The England international was anticipated to be one of the most in-demand forwards this summer, but no major club, including United, has made a concrete move.

Toney was strongly linked to clubs like Tottenham, Arsenal, Chelsea, and Manchester United. However, Tottenham chose to sign Bournemouth’s Dominic Solanke, while Arsenal and Chelsea have yet to pursue Toney, raising questions about his suitability for these top teams.

Former Manchester United defender Rio Ferdinand has expressed concerns about Toney’s fit at Old Trafford. Ferdinand doubts whether the 28-year-old striker aligns with United’s current strategy and long-term objectives.

He stated via the Daily Mail, “Personally, I wouldn’t go for someone like Ivan Toney. I think the age, that profile is wrong for the club.

I just don’t see it as a fit. I found it a bit strange. He was someone everyone was talking about could go to Arsenal or could go to Chelsea for £100m, £80m or whatever, but all of a sudden there are no bidders. I’m mystified as to why that is. For Man United, I just don’t see it as a fit.”

Toney had an exceptional 2022-23 Premier League season, finishing as the third-highest scorer with 20 goals in 33 appearances, trailing only Erling Haaland and Harry Kane.

Manchester United have already strengthened their attack this summer by bringing in Dutch forward Joshua Zirkzee, adding to their current roster, which includes Rasmus Hojlund.

However, recent reports suggest they might still be in the market for another attacker before the transfer window closes.

With the transfer window entering its final weeks, all attention will be on Manchester United.