Former Arsenal and Manchester City defender Bacary Sagna has not been impressed with Manchester United this season. He believes that the Red Devils have several players who are not ‘playing at the level we know they are capable of’ and accused them of under-delivering.

Additionally, the former French international said he was ‘surprised’ by the lack of game time given to one of United’s key player – let’s see who he was talking about.

What did Bacary Sagna have to say about Manchester United this season?

Speaking to Lord Ping, Sagna said: “Manchester United are having a poor season by their standards. They have received a lot of criticism this season, which is fair then you look at the performances.

“Some of the players haven’t been playing at the level we know they are capable of. When you look at some of the players on the pitch and the team – there are a lot of big names there – but they haven’t been delivering.

“Manchester United are one of the biggest clubs in the world. People will always compare the players in this team to the best players that have worn the United shirt. They will always compare the manager to Sir Alex Ferguson. That is human nature, but that is also the pressure of playing or managing a club like Manchester United.”

What did Bacary Sagna say about Raphael Varane?

On Varane, Sagna mused: “I am surprised by Raphael Varane’s limited amount of game time at Manchester United this season. I know Varane well; I know his qualities and what he can give to the team. He is a leader. He has won so many trophies.

“When you lose your place in the starting line-up and your replacement plays well, it is always difficult to regain your place in the team. It also makes the manager’s decision to pick you harder.

“There can be no questions about his ability as a player and his quality. I think he is still one of the top central defenders in the world. I still think that Raphael Varane can play a massive role at Manchester United this season and is one of Erik ten Hag’s most important players.”