October 28th 2024.
Former Manchester United player Ruud van Nistelrooy has taken on the role of interim manager for the team. This decision comes after the recent departure of Erik ten Hag, who was sacked just a day after United's 2-1 loss to West Ham in the Premier League.
Van Nistelrooy, who is known for his impressive record of 150 goals during his time as a player at United, returned to the club this summer as a member of the first-team coaching staff. He will now lead the team as they face Leicester City in the Carabao Cup before taking on Chelsea in the Premier League on Sunday.
The team's disappointing performance against West Ham has left them in 14th place in the Premier League table with only three wins out of nine games so far. They have also struggled in the Europa League, with draws against FC Twente, Porto, and Fenerbahce under Jose Mourinho.
In light of this, former United player Gary Neville has suggested that Van Nistelrooy consider playing with a three-man defense in order to provide more stability for the team. He believes that this could be a beneficial change for the players.
However, Neville also acknowledges that it may be difficult for Van Nistelrooy to make significant changes in such a short period of time. He also points out that there may be underlying issues with the team that need to be addressed in order for them to perform at their best.
Neville was also shocked by Ten Hag's decision to drop Manuel Ugarte, a £50.7m summer signing from Paris Saint-Germain, for the game against West Ham. He believes that this kind of decision raises questions about the team's recruitment and overall identity.
In the past few seasons, United has struggled to establish a clear style of play and identity, which Neville believes is a major contributing factor to their lackluster performances. He also mentions that the team's lack of progress and consistency has been a major concern for both fans and owners alike.
Despite the challenges ahead, Neville remains hopeful that Van Nistelrooy will bring a fresh perspective and new ideas to the team. Only time will tell if his leadership will be enough to turn things around for Manchester United. Stay tuned for more updates on the team's progress.
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