Gary Neville Blasts Manchester United Stars, Urges Ratcliffe to Axe Three “Clogs” After Shocking Defeat

“Gary Neville slams three Manchester United players as ‘clogs’ after Grimsby Town defeat, urging Sir Jim Ratcliffe to offload them and rebuild with passion-driven youngsters.”

 

 

 

Manchester United’s humiliating performance against Grimsby Town has sent shockwaves through the football world, with one of the club’s most respected legends, Gary Neville, delivering a scathing post-match verdict that will no doubt stir debate among fans and pundits alike.

 

In an unfiltered statement, Neville did not hold back, claiming that three Manchester United players are no longer worthy of wearing the badge. His criticism was as brutal as it was honest, accusing the trio of playing not for the pride of the club, but for the comfort of their huge wages.

 

> “After watching them play against Grimsby Town, it’s very clear that they are not playing for the badge. They are only playing for their huge wages. Sir Jim Ratcliffe should offload them as soon as possible,” Neville fumed, clearly frustrated with the lack of fight, passion, and accountability within the squad.

 

 

 

The Message to Sir Jim Ratcliffe

 

Neville’s comments come at a crucial time, with new co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe already under pressure to reshape Manchester United’s identity and restore the club’s former glory. According to Neville, the first step must be a ruthless overhaul, where complacent players who are dragging the team down should be shown the door immediately.

 

“Clogs,” as Neville called them, is not a light insult. It symbolizes dead weight, unnecessary burdens slowing down a once-great institution. For Neville, keeping such players around is not just a tactical mistake but an insult to Manchester United’s heritage.

 

Fans React: “Play for the Badge, Not the Wages”

 

Neville’s remarks have found strong support among large sections of United’s fanbase. On social media, the reaction was emphatic, with many agreeing that it’s time to prioritize passion over big-name signings:

 

“Yes, he’s right about this Offload them and bring in youngsters that will play for the badge ”

 

“We don’t need huge signings, we need players that love our club ”

 

 

Supporters are increasingly disillusioned with players who fail to show fight, heart, and commitment, particularly in embarrassing results like the defeat to Grimsby — a loss that has now been branded as one of the darkest nights in Manchester United’s modern era.

 

What This Means for the Future

 

The bigger question is whether Ratcliffe will heed Neville’s advice. History shows that United’s dressing room has long been plagued by overpaid stars underperforming on the pitch, and Neville’s warning is essentially a rallying cry for a cultural reset at Old Trafford.

 

Instead of chasing only marquee signings, Neville and the fans want to see hungry, young, and fearless players who embody the spirit of the club — much like the legendary Class of ’92.

 

As the pressure mounts, all eyes are now on Ratcliffe and his footballing project. Will he act swiftly and ruthlessly? Or will these so-called “clogs” continue to drain the club both financially and emotionally?

 

One thing is certain: Gary Neville has spoken loudly, and his words will echo across Manchester United’s corridors of power.