McGinn would get the Old Trafford crowd going for a start, just with his energy and enthusiasm, and his ability
Alan Brazil
“He’s top class for me,” Brazil said on talkSPORT. “I love that he works his socks off and is busy all the time. He’s got a great engine.
“I’m gutted because I thought Celtic were getting him until something happened.
“But I’m pleased for him.
“Six weeks ago Manchester United were very interested in him.
“Without a doubt [he’s a good fit for United].
“McGinn would get the Old Trafford crowd going for a start, just with his energy and enthusiasm, and his ability.”
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United hero Sir Alex Ferguson is a big admirer of his fellow Scot McGinn.
Former Villa scout Bobby Jenks, who brought McGinn to England, says Ferguson is fuming the Red Devils didn’t spot him.
He said: “He’s up there with the best-performing midfielders in the division.
“Wait until he’s had a year at that level and then we can say more.
“What I do know is that Sir Alex Ferguson is wondering why Manchester United let a talented Scottish boy slip through.
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“He’ll be keeping a close eye on him that’s for sure and if he continues the way he is, you can bet he’ll be telling his pals at United, too.”
United have struggled this season with Ole Gunnar Solskjaer under immense pressure at Old Trafford.
Reports have claimed Solskjaer could be sacked if the Red Devils are hammered by Liverpool this weekend.
The Red Devils host Liverpool at Old Trafford on Sunday (4:30pm kick off).