The pressure continues to mount on Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag, as reports emerge of concerns within the squad over the intensity of his training methods. With speculation swirling around Ten Hag’s future at Old Trafford, the latest setback comes in the wake of a disappointing 3-1 loss to rivals Manchester City.
According to a report from The Manchester Evening News, some players in the United dressing room feel that the demanding nature of Ten Hag’s training sessions is taking its toll, particularly following a grueling 2022/23 campaign that saw the team play a total of 62 fixtures. Allegedly, these demands have contributed to the club’s extensive injury list, with United recording a staggering 47 cases of injury or illness this season.
The absence of key players such as Harry Maguire, Luke Shaw, and Rasmus Hojlund in the recent derby further highlights the impact of the injury crisis on the team’s performance. This discontent among the players adds another layer of complexity to Ten Hag’s already uncertain future at the club.
Paul Scholes, a United legend turned pundit, has also weighed in on the situation, suggesting that the club may have already made up their minds regarding Ten Hag’s future. Scholes expressed doubts about Ten Hag’s tenure beyond the current season, particularly if United fail to secure Champions League qualification.
The mounting criticism and dissatisfaction within the dressing room present significant challenges for Ten Hag as he fights to prove himself and salvage United’s season. With uncertainty looming over his future, the pressure is on for the Dutch manager to address these concerns and turn the team’s fortunes around in the remaining fixtures.