Erik ten Hag Confident of Man Utd Backing Despite Poor Form
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag remains confident that he has the backing of the club’s hierarchy despite the team’s poor form, with the side going five matches without a win. The Dutchman expressed that the Manchester United management supports him and that any changes in his position would have been communicated transparently.
Co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe attended the 0-0 draw against Aston Villa, as United’s recent form leaves the club in 14th place. Despite external pressures and speculation around his future, Ten Hag believes that everyone at the club remains aligned, stating, “We are on one page.”
Struggles in Front of Goal
United’s biggest challenge under Ten Hag this season has been their lack of goals. They have failed to score in their last three matches, with none of their players managing more than a single league goal so far this season. The Dutch manager acknowledged the team’s issues, saying they need to be more clinical in the opposition’s box.
Despite spending heavily on attacking talents like Rasmus Hojlund and Joshua Zirkzee, the pair have struggled to make an impact. Hojlund, recently returning from a hamstring injury, made his first Premier League start but was unable to score.
United Fans Rally Behind Ten Hag
In a display of loyalty, Ten Hag went to applaud the Manchester United fans after the game, and the traveling supporters sang the name of former striker and current assistant manager Ruud van Nistelrooy, who some see as a potential successor if results don’t improve.
Ten Hag stressed the importance of patience, noting that while results haven’t been favorable, the club remains focused on long-term improvement. United’s next few fixtures include three Premier League home games and a crucial Europa League tie against Fenerbahce, managed by former United boss Jose Mourinho.
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