And working as pundit for BT Sport, Scholes claimed United will be one of the favourites to win the competition if they come through the tie and sign Pedro.
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He said: "I think they potentially could win it, if they can add someone with a bit of pace like Pedro up front.
"Manchester United are a big club and we've had some great nights. When you're playing against the big clubs this crowd can get you through it.
"If there are any teams out of this qualifying phase who can win it I think United are the ones."
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