Erik ten Hag is under increasing scrutiny after Manchester United’s disappointing 3-0 loss to Tottenham Hotspur.
Goals from Brennan Johnson, Dejan Kulusevski, and Dominic Solanke, along with Bruno Fernandes’ red card, left United in chaos.
Critics, including Gary Neville and Jamie Redknapp, slammed the team for a “disgusting” performance, questioning Ten Hag’s tactical abilities and leadership.
Bruno Fernandes’ Red Card and Tactical Struggles
Manchester United’s poor form continued as they struggled against Spurs, with Bruno Fernandes controversially sent off in the first half.
Ten Hag admitted the defeat was one of the worst under his management, but he remains optimistic.
Despite the growing pressure, the Dutchman insists he does not fear losing his job, claiming that both the ownership and players are united behind him.
The first goal, coming just two minutes into the match, exposed defensive weaknesses, with Spurs’ Micky van de Ven running unchecked for 80 yards before assisting Brennan Johnson’s opener.
Ten Hag acknowledged that such lapses were unacceptable, especially after a similar incident in their previous Europa League match against Twente.
He emphasized that these defensive errors must be fixed, stating, “These things are impossible in top football.”
Growing Concerns Over United’s Form
Gary Neville and Jamie Redknapp were particularly vocal in their criticism.
Neville called the performance one of the worst he’s seen under Ten Hag, labelling it “absolutely disgusting.”
Redknapp went further, suggesting that United are “going backwards” under Ten Hag’s management, questioning his ability to motivate the team.
Neville also raised concerns about whether the players are buying into Ten Hag’s tactics, as they have now failed to score in three of their last four league matches.
He believes the pressure on Ten Hag is mounting and could become unbearable if results don’t improve soon.
With upcoming fixtures against Porto in the Europa League and Aston Villa in the Premier League, the next week could be pivotal for Ten Hag’s future.
Ten Hag’s Confidence in a Turnaround
Despite the harsh criticism, Ten Hag remains confident that Manchester United can recover.
He insists that the team is aligned and that they are working towards improvement, though he admits that time is needed due to injuries and recent signings.
He also rejected the notion that his job is at risk, saying, “We are all on one page or in one boat together.”
However, with pundits like Jamie Redknapp suggesting Ten Hag looks “out of his depth” and with no excuses left, United will need a quick turnaround to restore faith in their manager and the direction of the club.
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