Former Premier League goalkeeper Mark Schwarzer has strongly criticized Manchester United players, accusing them of prioritizing self-preservation over team unity through public criticism of the club's leadership and tactics. This follows a 3-0 Premier League defeat to Bournemouth and a winless streak of eight matches. Schwarzer highlighted instances involving Bruno Fernandes, who questioned tactics after a Champions League loss to Como, and Lisandro Martínez, who criticized recruitment after another Champions League defeat to Atletico Madrid. Michael Carrick, the current manager, disputed Fernandes's claims, emphasizing player intensity. Schwarzer believes such public disagreements divide the squad and create a power play against the manager. He advocates for Eddie Howe as the ideal candidate to manage within United's existing structure, citing his success at Newcastle. Schwarzer dismissed Julian Nagelsmann and Antonio Conte as unsuitable for the club's current state.