Ferguson said: “I am more confident now Scholes is coming back. He brings a bit of class at important times in matches.
“That’s what Scholes is probably best at producing, moments that turn games. So it’s a big bonus for us having him back.”
Ferguson added: “Scholes’ great asset down the years has been appearing in the box late.
“The number of goals he has scored for us from midfield is unique.
“His other big assets are his passing, his composure and his thinking during a game.
Sprints
“At 33, I regard him just as highly as I did when he was 23.
“Players like him and Ryan Giggs, who look after themselves, give themselves extra years.
“Look at Giggs. He’s flying this season. Giggs came on at Reading and the stats show he made 45 sprints in the second half. That’s incredible for a player of his age.”
