Erik ten Hag Faces Pressure at Manchester United

Erik ten Hag's position as Manchester United manager is increasingly precarious following a series of disappointing results, including a 0-0 draw against Aston Villa that leaves the club sitting 13th in the Premier League. Despite the players rallying around him, the board is reportedly assessing his future, particularly in light of poor performances and an inability to maximize player potential, notably Joshua Zirkzee and Alejandro Garnacho. Upcoming meetings among decision-makers, including Sir Jim Ratcliffe, are crucial as they weigh whether to continue supporting Ten Hag or seek alternatives. There is speculation that Ruud van Nistelrooy could be appointed as interim manager should Ten Hag be dismissed, following a trend of managerial changes at Old Trafford. The mounting pressure on Ten Hag is underscored by the club's lackluster offensive performance, having only scored five goals in the league so far. The international break may provide the board with an opportunity for a managerial change if results do not improve soon.