‘You’ve got to be thick-skinned’ – Man Utd star Scott McTominay breaks silence on ‘McFred’ criticism

SCOTT McTOMINAY has vowed to remain ‘thick-skinned’ amid criticism of his partnership with Fred from Manchester United supporters.

The midfield combination – dubbed ‘McFred’ – was one of the biggest targets for disgruntled fans’ criticism during Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s reign.

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Despite the squads shortcomings across the pitch, McTominay and Fred were widely panned for being too defensive and not up to standard to play for United by a section of United followers.

But McTominay has vowed to fight on despite his critics, while paying credit to new boss Ralf Rangnick for his early success at Man Utd – including the 1-0 win over Crystal Palace where Fred netted the sensational winner.

McTominay told Sky Sports News: “Sometimes games are difficult.

“We have had difficult moments this season as a squad, and us both as individuals, that’s part and parcel of the game.

“I have got nothing else to say other than I give absolutely everything… I am trying my best to improve, to learn.

“A new coach has come in and I am doing everything that I can possibly do.

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“You just have got to get on with it and be thick-skinned.

“People can say what they want but ultimately it’s me that’s in my own head, and I know what I am doing behind closed doors is the best thing.”

On new coach Rangnick taking over following Solskjaer’s sacking, McTominay revealed his delight.

The Scot said: “The first early impressions are very, very good.

“He’s very firm, very driven and knows what he wants.

“In meetings he is very clear, that’s the way it is in football.

“To get your point across, you have to be clear and you have to be forceful.

“If players are not doing what you are asking, then he is not shy to tell you as well.

“We had a good result against Crystal Palace and hopefully now we can move forward now and keep winning football games.

“Football changes quickly and you have just got to get on with your job.

“For us, we are just listening and we are learning. We are wanting to do well for his ideas and what he wants and ultimately win games.

“That’s what he and his coaching staff have come to do – help us win games and keep progressing.”

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