Alan Brazil has backed his former employers Manchester United to sign John McGinn as he'd "get fans going" amid growing concerns for on-field results.

The Red Devils have previously been linked with the Scotland star who is on fire for club and country with Aston Villa.

A £50million price tag has even been mentioned, though no offer ever got off the ground.

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Ole Gunner Solskjaer's men have started the English Premier League season very poorly, and are just two points off the drop zone in 12th place.

A somewhat sombre atmosphere is what greets players at Old Trafford these days, but ex-Man U star Brazil reckons McGinn would get bums off seats with his work ethic alone.

"He’s top class for me," Brazil told talkSPORT.

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"I love that he works his socks off and is busy all the time. He’s got a great engine.

"I’m gutted because I thought Celtic were getting him until something happened.

"But I’m pleased for him.

"Six weeks ago Manchester United were very interested in him.

"Without a doubt [he’s a good fit for United].

"McGinn would get the Old Trafford crowd going for a start, just with his energy and enthusiasm, and his ability."