March 29th 2024.
There has been speculation surrounding Erik ten Hag's future at Manchester United, but the manager himself is not bothered by it. He has shrugged off the rumors and stated that he doesn't care about being sacked or the reports of United's interest in Gareth Southgate. It has been a tough season for the Red Devils, currently sitting in sixth place in the Premier League table, far behind the leaders Arsenal. They also had a disappointing Champions League campaign, finishing last in their group with only one win. And their Carabao Cup journey ended after a dismal loss to Newcastle.
As the season nears its end, there are doubts about Ten Hag's future at the club. Sir Jim Ratcliffe, United's new co-owner, has not publicly supported him yet. Whether or not Ten Hag will continue as the manager will depend on United's performance in securing Champions League football and their progress in the FA Cup. Recent reports have suggested that INEOS, the club's owner, has identified Gareth Southgate as their top managerial target if things go downhill for Ten Hag.
Southgate has dismissed these rumors as completely disrespectful, but they are likely to persist as long as United remain outside the Champions League spots. His contract with England is set to expire in December, adding fuel to the speculations. When asked about the constant rumors at his pre-match press conference, Ten Hag stated that it's a common occurrence when working at a top club like United. He and his players are focused on their process and improving their style of play, not the outside noise.
Ten Hag went on to explain that he is used to such situations as he was trained at Ajax, a club that attracts a lot of attention. He reiterated that they are all united and focused on achieving results. With a victory over Brentford, United could move within six points of fourth-placed Aston Villa. And Ten Hag has received a boost with the return of Lisandro Martinez, who has been out of action for seven games due to an injury.
When asked about Martinez's fitness, Ten Hag confirmed that there is a chance he will be back in the squad. He also emphasized the importance of Martinez's presence in the team, describing him as a player who brings composure, calmness, and a winning attitude. The manager believes that Martinez's return will contribute greatly to the team's performance.
In other news, former United player Roy Keane has made a confident prediction for their upcoming match against Arsenal. Three Arsenal players were missing from training ahead of the game, and Cesc Fabregas has made a prediction for the match. Meanwhile, Mark Lawrenson has tipped a hard-working England player to replace Mohamed Salah at Liverpool. Stay tuned for more updates on Manchester United.
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