Gary Neville believes Danny Welbeck is ‘actually perfect’ for Manchester United and has branded suggestions that the Brighton striker is not good enough for Ruben Amorim ’s side as ‘absolutely rubbish’. The 33-year-old has been in excellent form for Brighton this season, scoring six goals and registering four assists in the Premier League so far.

Gary Neville claimed Manchester United would be the perfect club for one former ex-Red Devil who Erik ten Hag also took a keen liking to before he was sacked

Gary Neville has spoken out on one of his former team-mates who he believes would be the 'perfect' fit at Manchester United after he was lined up for a return last summer

Gary Neville insists veteran striker Danny Welbeck would be ‘perfect’ for Manchester United. The former England international shone for Brighton in their 3-0 victory over Chelsea last night.

Liverpool, Arsenal and Chelsea have also surpassed struggling Manchester United, with the two former clubs currently involved in an intriguing title race. ‘Going back to when Sir Alex and David Gill left [in 2013], the succession planning was horrific,’ Neville told The Times.