Former Tottenham Hotspur manager Harry Redknapp has slammed Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag for his confused style of football.
Former Tottenham manager Harry Redknapp has suggested that Manchester United’s style of play under Erik ten Hag remains a mystery and that it is one of the reasons why he is yet to succeed at Old Trafford.
The former Tottenham manager wrote on the Sun: “Ten Hag seems to be under pressure all the time. They get one good result, then a bad one. There’s no consistency at all.
“This week it was the Europa League and a draw against little FC Twente. At the start of the month, it was getting smashed up at home by Liverpool. If you are winning, you can keep a consistent team. In Sir Alex Ferguson’s time, the team pretty much picked itself every week. When you’re losing, it’s very different. You are looking for that formula, so you are chopping and changing players or even altering systems of play.
“Of course, Man United and Spurs both have traditions of playing attacking football. But in the end, it’s all about winning. Let’s not kid ourselves that everyone is so educated and just wants to see this incredible style of football.
“Winning games and being up near the top of the league is the only thing that will keep people happy. It’s no good playing good football and getting beat 3-0 on a Saturday. If you’re not playing good football AND you’re not winning, you’re bang in trouble, of course. Which is where Ten Hag and United are still.”
Manchester United will take on Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday, and it remains to be seen whether they can pick up a morale-boosting victory. The Red Devils have made a poor start to the current campaign, with just three wins in eight matches across all competitions.
Manchester United were expected to compete for major trophies this season, but it seems like another mediocre season is on the cards at Old Trafford. Erik ten Hag has failed to get the best out of his players, and Manchester United have underperformed so far.
There is a clear lack of identity in their style of play, and the Manchester United players have not been able to motivate themselves and big games as well. It remains to be seen whether they can bounce back strongly.
Can Erik ten Hag keep his job?
Erik ten Hag faces an uncertain future at Old Trafford, and it would not be a surprise if he is shown the door in the coming weeks. The Dutch manager will have to produce the results if he wants to hold on to his job. A win over Tottenham could give him some much-needed respite.
Meanwhile, Tottenham will be fully aware of Manchester United’s vulnerabilities, and it remains to be seen whether they can pile further misery on the Red Devils. There is no doubt that Tottenham have the quality to grind out a positive result, and Manchester United will have to be at their best to secure all three points against Tottenham. They cannot afford to be complacent.
