Manchester United are expected to retain Erik ten Hag as manager for their upcoming matches against Porto and Aston Villa, despite a heavy 3-0 defeat at home to Tottenham on Sunday. The loss has compounded a difficult start to the season, leaving United 12th in the Premier League.
Senior sources within the club told BBC Sport that there are no immediate plans to make managerial changes, and the focus remains on preparing for the upcoming games. No official statement has been issued by the club regarding Ten Hag’s position.
Following the defeat, Ten Hag downplayed speculation about his future, stating that he and the club’s owners are “on the same page” and that he is “not thinking” about losing his job. He signed a new contract in the summer and, as recently as last month, club chief executive Omar Berrada reiterated that the Dutchman had the full backing of Manchester United’s leadership.
Despite growing pressure, the club’s hierarchy is known for carefully considering such situations, preferring not to make hasty decisions in the aftermath of a single result. However, the coming week could prove decisive for Ten Hag, with crucial fixtures in both the Europa League and Premier League before the October international break.
United will face Porto midweek in a Europa League clash, followed by a Premier League fixture against Aston Villa, with Ten Hag hoping to turn the club’s fortunes around.
