Cristiano Ronaldo has criticized Manchester United's current state, claiming the team needs a complete rebuild to compete for titles, while Erik ten Hag has responded defiantly, stating that Ronaldo is 'far away from Manchester' and downplaying his comments. Ronaldo's remarks came in a recent interview where he expressed doubts about United's prospects, echoing sentiments from his contentious exit from the club in 2022. Ten Hag emphasized that the team's challenges are immediate and not influenced by the opinions of former players, despite acknowledging the pressure he faces following recent poor performances. As United prepares to face Southampton, they have only secured one win in their first three Premier League matches this season. The club's leadership continues to support Ten Hag, although speculation about his future persists amid the team's struggles. Ten Hag remains focused on integrating young players and achieving results despite the ongoing transition period.