Gary Neville believes that Sir Jim Ratcliffe and the leadership team at Manchester United are not eager to part ways with manager Erik ten Hag, despite the team’s poor performance this season. With only three wins in all competitions so far, there is speculation that a defeat against Aston Villa on Sunday could lead to Ten Hag’s dismissal.
In a recent interview with the BBC, Ratcliffe stated that the decision regarding Ten Hag’s future would be left to the leadership team, a move that Neville finds understandable. Drawing a comparison to FSG and John Henry’s approach at Liverpool, Neville explained that decisions regarding the manager are typically made by the football department on the ground, with input from key figures at the top of the club.
Neville highlighted the new football structure at United, emphasizing their reluctance to part ways with Ten Hag if possible. He noted that the club is determined to navigate through this challenging period and learn from past experiences. Despite backing Ten Hag in the summer, the club did not anticipate being in a precarious position early in the season. However, Neville warned that a poor result and performance against Aston Villa could test the leadership team’s resolve.
As United fans eagerly await the outcome of Sunday’s match, the club’s decision-makers are under pressure to assess the situation and make a strategic choice regarding Ten Hag’s future. The coming weeks will be crucial in determining the direction of the team and whether Ten Hag will continue to lead Manchester United through their current challenges.
