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Paul Scholes believes Manchester United can win the Champions League this season if the club can attract major signings such as Pedro from Barcelona.



Louis van Gaal's side secured a 3-1 victory over Club Brugge at Old Trafford with the second leg in Belgium next Wednesday evening.



Scholes watched on as a BT Sport pundit and responded to former England boss Glenn Hoddle's suggestion that United weren't ready to mount a Champions League challenge this term.



"I think they potentially could win it, if they can add someone with a bit of pace like Pedro up front," said Scholes.



"Manchester United are a big club and we've had some great nights. When you're playing against the big clubs this crowd can get you through it.



"If there are any teams out of this qualifying phase who can win it I think United are the ones."



The Camp Nou star is expected to join United in a £22 million deal in the coming days , with Barca coach Luis Enrique admitting that the attacker had found it difficult to stay focussed in recent weeks.



United had Memphis Depay to thank for a terrific turnaround against Brugge, with the Dutchman bagging a stunning brace before Marouane Fellaini grabbed a third late on.