“I’m not thinking about it” — Erik ten Hag after United defeat

Manchester United’s dismal start to the Premier League season continues to cast a long shadow over the future of Erik ten Hag at Old Trafford.

Following a devastating 3-0 loss to Tottenham, questions surrounding Ten Hag’s leadership have become more intense, with many wondering whether he can steer the Red Devils back on track.

For a club of United’s stature, scraping draws against FC Twente and Crystal Palace isn’t enough. The alarming dip in form has left fans restless, and Sunday’s defeat saw United completely outclassed by Spurs. Goals from Brennan Johnson, Dejan Kulusevski, and Dominic Solanke added to the growing sense of doom at the Theatre of Dreams.

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Post-match, Erik ten Hag didn’t shy away from his team’s shortcomings, lamenting their poor defending and failure to execute. But the real heat came during the press conference, when the Dutchman was directly asked if the Glazers might pull the plug on his reign.

His response? A defiant dismissal: “I’m not thinking about being sacked,” he asserted, insisting that the club’s leadership and ownership are aligned on their long-term vision.

The timing of this slump, however, couldn’t be worse. In August, Ten Hag himself had issued a warning that the team would need time to find its rhythm.

He cited the hectic summer with international tournaments like the Euros and Copa América, leaving his squad short of a proper preseason. Despite his caution, the results speak for themselves, and patience is running thin.

While Erik ten Hag remains confident in his project, the question lingers—can he afford to wait any longer? Or will Manchester United, a club starved for success, lose faith before the improvements materialize? Fans, pundits, and now the board will be keeping a close eye on the next few matches, with pressure mounting.

Time may not be on Ten Hag’s side.