Erik ten Hag has reportedly demanded one-on-one meetings with key Manchester United players in an attempt to repair broken squad morale.
The Red Devils are gradually descending into abysmal chaos, with on-field performances further going south following two consecutive 3-0 defeats to Manchester City and Newcastle within the span of a week.
In fact, Ten Hag now oversees the club’s worst season start in six decades, as they suffered their eighth loss in the first 15 games of the season.
It has been reported that the Old Trafford dressing room is divided into factions, as Ten Hag has been accused of protecting his “favourites” while “rounding on” others.
As reported by The Sun, the Dutch manager is determined to address internal issues within the squad and is committed to identifying and rectifying any problems, whether they are within the team, his coaching staff, or himself, to tackle the ongoing crisis.
To gain a fresh perspective before the upcoming match against Fulham, he has arranged one-on-one meetings for both Friday and Saturday to engage with the team.
Amidst the widespread discontent within the squad, Scott McTominay has come to the defence of his manager, staunchly supporting Ten Hag’s methods and expressing confidence that positive results will follow in the near future.
It is widely believed that Ten Hag’s position at United is precarious, and a failure to return to the path of victory before the November international break could potentially lead to his dismissal.
Therefore, the significance of the next three games cannot be overstated, starting with an away fixture at Craven Cottage against Fulham on Saturday, followed by a Champions League match against FC Copenhagen, and another league game against Luton Town. These matches are crucial for determining his future at the club.
Furthermore, reports have surfaced indicating that Manchester United is actively exploring potential replacements, with Sporting CP’s Ruben Amorim and Zinedine Zidane emerging as frontrunners in the race to take over.