Malcolm Macdonald: “I’m watching players go out on the field, and I’m not seeing them really earning their money.
“They get a lot of money, and good for them - as long as they earn it.
“I don’t feel there are a lot that are earning it. The players have got to do it.
“We’ve seen instance at Old Trafford of (Manchester United) players getting rid of a very decent man (David Moyes), who for a decade at Everton kept them battling with the giants of the game.
“Players hold immense power. I just hope Alan Pardew isn’t suffering in similar fashion.
“I’m not seeing the players show me any different on the field.
“It’s going to be hugely intriguing, as Arsenal are battling for the Champions League.
“They had aspirations earlier in the season to win the Premier League, and in not doing that, the very least they need is Champions League football.
“They’ve got a battle on. Arsenal will be rubbing their hands thinking it’s three points, and Liverpool (United’s May 11 opponents) will be doing the same.”