Fabrizio Romano has shared insights into what Erik ten Hag conveyed to his Manchester United squad following their 3-0 defeat against Newcastle United.
With the season’s poor start, the pressure on Ten Hag is intensifying, as Manchester United currently sits in eighth place in the Premier League, trailing the Champions League qualification spots by eight points.
Furthermore, their performance in the Champions League group stages has been subpar, and they suffered a 3-0 loss to Newcastle in the Carabao Cup this past Wednesday.
Manchester United is scheduled to play Fulham at Craven Cottage this weekend, and this match is crucial for them to win, especially after their lackluster showings against both Newcastle and Manchester City.
According to Romano, Ten Hag opted for a positive approach when addressing the Manchester United players following their loss to Newcastle on Wednesday evening. This comes after their recent defeat in the Manchester Derby, where Manchester City dominated the match.
“The recent performance is deemed unacceptable for a club of Manchester United’s stature. After the game, Erik ten Hag faced a challenging moment and delivered a clear message to the players, emphasizing the need for positivity and unity. While acknowledging that such results are unsustainable, he remains determined and urges the players to rally together for the upcoming Premier League match against Fulham, despite the expected difficulty of the fixture, given Fulham’s strength and the club’s injury woes this season.
The high number of injuries is also a subject of internal discussion, and Ten Hag encourages the players not to lose hope. Additionally, there is a belief among those close to the coaching staff that clarity regarding the potential Sir Jim Ratcliffe takeover is vital for Manchester United’s future.
Regarding Raphael Varane, it’s important to note that his absence from the last two games was solely due to illness, dispelling any concerns among fans.”
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