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Gary Neville insists 'this is not the plan' after Erik ten Hag drops two major stars to the bench ahead of Manchester United's crunch clash against Aston Villa

Gary Neville has offered a scathing assessment of Erik ten Hag's selection decisions for Man United's showdown with Aston Villa.

The Dutchman enters Sunday's game at Villa Park under heavy scrutiny after yet another stuttering start to the campaign.

A dramatic Europa League draw with Porto in midweek did little to alleviate the pressure on Ten Hag with many believing his job could be at risk should United fail to take all three points.

Harry Maguire netted an all-important equaliser at the Estadio do Dragao, and Ten Hag has opted to start the England international alongside 36-year-old Jonny Evans in the centre of defence.