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Manchester United’s Woes Continue: Back-to-Back Defeats and Management Concerns

Manchester United’s season is taking a turn for the worse, with back-to-back defeats, including a 3-2 loss at home to Nottingham Forest in the weekend’s Premier League action. The crisis at Old Trafford has sparked concerns about the long-term prospects of the team and the impact it could have on the club’s future.

Speaking to the effects of the new manager Erik ten Hag’s methods on the team, former player turned analyst, John, expressed his disappointment: "I think fans probably knew to expect ups and downs with him coming in. He’s got his way of playing, he’s chopping and changing, he’s trying different players in different positions… so that’s always going to take time."

However, his choices have left many puzzling, such as dropping Marcus Rashford after a string of impressive performances: "I don’t understand why you drop Rashford after scoring a few goals. He’s been playing so well, and you drop him against Arsenal away from home. I want to see the best team, I want to see the team that he thinks can win that game."

A Season of Disillusionment

The Red Devils are now in their lowest position ever after 15 games in the Premier League, with fans already giving up hope for a successful season. Some analysts believe this might be the end of the season for Manchester United, with the gap between them and top four teams growing wider: "The further you finish behind the top four, the harder it is to attract players who want to join the project long-term. If you’re not finishing towards the top six, it’s very difficult to see any sort of consistency and to see any sort of growth."

Goalkeeper Conundrum

John also touched on the ongoing issues in the goalkeeping department, criticizing David de Gea’s performance: "I don’t think he’s good enough to take United into the top four. He’s not good enough."

Dan Ashworth Departure

The news of Dan Ashworth’s departure from his role at the club also raised eyebrows, with John expressing surprise: "It’s a lot of money to get someone out of a job. He’s one of the best, and that’s why United went to get him. Seemed very strange to me… maybe it’s a breakdown in communication or a difference of opinion."

Ultimately, the future of Manchester United looks uncertain, with the club’s hierarchy facing serious questions about their leadership and direction. The woes at Old Trafford will likely continue to dominate the headlines, as the faithful fans hope for a turnaround in the team’s fortunes.

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