Gary Neville aims dig at Manchester United owners amid Brentford battle for Christian Eriksen

Gary Neville has criticised the Glazer family as Manchester United battle Brentford for the signing of Christian Eriksen.

The Dane is believed to be considering both clubs as his next move, the idea of which would have been fanciful a number of years ago.

While Brentford are certainly an attractive destination for players, even the most ardent supporter of the club would surely admit United’s pull would generally far outweigh theirs.

Still, the 30-year-old enjoyed a wonderful stint in west London during the second half of last season, scoring once and registering four assists in 11 Premier League appearances.

The Bees have offered the former Tottenham midfielder a long-term contract and manager Thomas Frank recently stressed the club “still have a chance” of keeping him.

United, however, are also believed to have submitted a proposal as Erik Ten Hag plots a major overhaul at Old Trafford.

Reacting to fresh reports Eriksen was yet to decide on his future, Neville tweeted: “That’s why dividends have to stop for a period.

“Every penny has to go back into the club until it becomes attractive again. The club has become a graveyard for players.

“Culturally for owners to take cash out of a poorly performing business is demoralising.”