Ten Hag’s Manchester United Future Hangs in the Balance as Odds of Sack Are Cut
Erik ten Hag’s tenure as Manchester United manager is hanging by a thread after the 3-0 drubbing at the hands of Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday. The Red Devils’ dismal performance has sent shockwaves through Old Trafford, with the bookmakers slashing the odds of the Dutch manager being sacked to 8/13.
United’s embarrassing defeat, coupled with the team’s lackluster performances this season, has sparked widespread criticism and debate. The Red Devils have won just three matches in eight games across all competitions, with two wins, one draw, and three losses in the Premier League.
The loss to Spurs marked the second time this season that United have been thoroughly outplayed by a top-six club at Old Trafford, following their 3-0 defeat to Liverpool earlier in the season.
Ten Hag’s comments in the post-match interview have only added fuel to the fire, with many criticizing his decision to take aim at the referee for not awarding a penalty for a perceived foul on Bruno Fernandes. "I don’t think it’s a red card," he said. "We had big chances with Zirkzee and Garnacho, it was only 1-0 so we could have made a comeback and I think it had a big impact on the game."
The Dutch manager’s future at the club is now under serious doubt, with many calling for him to be sacked. Former England manager Gareth Southgate is the clear favorite to replace him, with odds of 2/1 to take over from Ten Hag. Current United assistant manager and club legend Ruud van Nistelrooy is the second favorite at 11/4.
As the speculation surrounding Ten Hag’s future continues to mount, United fans are left wondering what the future holds for their beloved club. One thing is certain, however: the Red Devils need a drastic change in fortune to avoid a season that will be remembered for all the wrong reasons.
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