Paul Scholes Slams Liverpool’s £43M Signing After Ipswich Win: ‘A Wasted Investment?’
Liverpool may have secured a comfortable victory against Ipswich Town, but the spotlight wasn’t on their triumph—it was on their £43 million signing, who has found himself under fire from none other than Manchester United legend, Paul Scholes. Known for his sharp tongue and unfiltered opinions, Scholes has cast serious doubt over Liverpool’s decision to splash the cash on a player who, in his eyes, has yet to justify his hefty price tag.
Speaking on a post-match analysis show, Scholes minced no words about his feelings regarding Liverpool’s new recruit. “I don’t know why we signed him,” Scholes began mockingly, referencing what Liverpool fans might now be wondering themselves. “With such a performance, he has proved that he’s just wasted funds. He has not become a better replacement for the player formerly in this position.”
While Scholes refrained from directly naming the former player, it is widely speculated he was referring to Fabinho, who left Liverpool for a lucrative deal in Saudi Arabia during the summer transfer window. The Brazilian had been a mainstay in Liverpool’s midfield, offering both steel and composure. However, his departure left a significant void, and many believed the new signing—an up-and-coming midfielder from Europe’s top leagues—would step in seamlessly.
Yet, according to Scholes, the £43 million man has failed to live up to expectations. Against a newly promoted Ipswich side, the player appeared to struggle with the pace of the game and was often caught out of position. While Liverpool dominated possession and came away with the three points, the performance of their marquee signing left much to be desired.
Scholes wasn’t alone in his criticism. Many Liverpool fans took to social media to express their concerns about the player’s impact—or lack thereof—on the team. “This isn’t the player we thought we were getting,” one frustrated fan tweeted. “For £43 million, we expected more.”
However, others defended the new recruit, pointing out that he is still adapting to a new league and Jurgen Klopp’s demanding system. Some even highlighted his stats from the game, arguing that his defensive contributions went unnoticed by critics focusing solely on his mistakes.
Regardless of the differing opinions, one thing is clear: the pressure is mounting on Liverpool’s big-money signing to deliver. With more challenging fixtures on the horizon, he will need to prove Scholes and the doubters wrong—before the label of “wasted funds” becomes permanent.
Can he turn things around, or will this transfer become another entry in the list of high-profile Premier League flops? Only time will tell, but for now, Liverpool’s £43 million gamble is under the microscope.
