Sentences with phrase «scholes nearing the end of his career»

With Paul Scholes nearing the end of his career and Micheal Carrick being used in a less attacking role Sir Alex Ferguson has been linked with moves for a number of possible playmaker targets which included a failed attempt to land Lucas Moura, who subsequently joined PSG, and constant speculation about a possible bid for Inter Milan's Wesley Sneijder.

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There was speculation following the incident that Giggs may be unhappy as van Gaal's number two at Old Trafford, with former teammate Paul Scholes even suggesting that the 41 - year - old may be looking to leave the club in the near future to pursue his own managerial career — having had a taste at the end of last season after the sacking of David Moyes.

Ferguson could well feel the need to reinforce his midfield given that Paul Scholes, though still able to pull the strings, is nearing the end of his illustrious career.