Manchester United’s steady progress brought smiles back to the faces of the club’s supporters. Being undefeated in their last eight outings across all competitions since late December, yet to lose a game this year. Last week, Scott McTominay salvaged three points for the team, keeping their top-four hopes alive.
United will travel to Kenilworth Road to take on Luton Town, aiming for a double victory over the newly promoted club. Riding on the back of a hat-trick of league wins, the Red Devils are high on morale. However, Erik ten Hag’s stance on title contention has stirred outrage among fans.
Erik ten Hag shares candid thoughts on Manchester United’s title challenge
Erik ten Hag managed Manchester United are currently placed 6th in the league table, with 13 wins and 9 defeats, acquiring 41 points so far this season. With another win away tonight against Luton Town, they would close the gap to Aston Villa and Tottenham, who are standing in the 4th and 5th spots, respectively.
The Dutch boss, who had earlier blamed a series of injuries for their underperforming season, has now criticized the Financial Fair Play (FFP) regulations, claiming they prevent the team from making big signings, before tonight’s league clash.
He stated, “When we were in the summer, I think we had very good momentum. We had finished third, we won one final and were in another final. Then we chose to bring in young players for the future and that had to do with FFP.”
He added, “With that choice, you know it will take longer before you can come into the competition for the top positions in the Premier League or Champions League.”
With these statements, the former Ajax boss made it clear that the team is not prepared to compete in the title race. Instead, their focus is on securing a top-four finish by the end of the season to qualify for the European Champions League next season.
Fans furious at Erik ten Hag following recent comments
Manchester United clinched a third-place finish in the Premier League last season and also won the Carabao Cup, lifting their first trophy after six years with what is reportedly the most expensively assembled squad ever in Europe, surpassing Real Madrid’s 2020 side.
The fans have expressed their anger on social media towards Erik ten Hag for his recent comments blaming Financial Fair Play (FFP) regulations for derailing their momentum in the ongoing campaign.
A fan wrote, “Is that why you lost to Copenhagen and Galatasaray? [Expletive] loser,” replying to a tweet that reasoned the factor leading to defeat in Champions League matches, which resulted in their elimination.
Another fan said, “Wasteful coach,” delivering his verdict on Ten Hag’s management.
“Excuses,” a third fan wrote about the Dutch manager, citing the reasons for not having delivered results after an impressive last season.
What are your thoughts on Manchester United’s running season? Can they finish top 4 in the EPL?
