Overview
- Speaking on the Stick to Football podcast, Scholes explained he has stepped away from on-site TV work so his schedule can prioritise his son Aiden.
- He described Aiden as non-verbal with severe autism, diagnosed at around two-and-a-half, and said his wellbeing depends on predictable daily routines.
- Scholes confirmed he has separated from Claire Froggatt, with each caring for Aiden three nights a week and Claire’s mother taking Friday nights.
- He said evening match duties and travel had disrupted Aiden’s pattern and triggered distress, which led him to focus on studio shows and podcasts instead.
- After the interview, Scholes thanked supporters on Instagram for their messages and voiced concern about planning Aiden’s long‑term care as he gets older.