“It’s not a concern,” Erik ten Hag insists he is not going to be SACKED by Manchester United

Erik ten Hag insists that his position is not under threat, as rumors suggest otherwise.

“It’s not a concern,” Erik ten Hag insists he is not going to be SACKED by Manchester United

Erik ten Hag and co. find themselves in a tricky position ahead of Man United vs Liverpool (Via X/@brfootball & UtdDevils)

Erik ten Hag once again finds himself under pressure as Manchester United get ready to face Liverpool on Sunday. The Red Devils were dealt a 7-0 thrashing at Anfield back in March and significant absentees from the squad take away much-needed confidence for Ten Hag’s side. Amidst Graham Potter rumors and his job being under threat, Erik ten Hag insisted that he is not worried about his position.

The club has lost 50% of games this season and has also fallen twice in the past week – to Bayern Munich and Bournemouth. A loss against Liverpool may be the final straw for the Dutchman. However, in a press conference on Friday, Ten Hag said:

I feel that they back me and they tell me that.
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He said that the poor results were ‘okay’ and that his focus was on:

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Making the team play better and the individuals play better.

He assured that there is “no concern” regarding losing his job. “I am here to win“, added the Dutchman. Even though Liverpool are staring them down on Sunday, Ten Hag’s men will look to pull off a positive result. He addressed the club’s main issue, which is being heavily inconsistent. 

I have to make the team perform at a higher level and that too, for longer periods.

Liverpool are on the back of an unexpected loss to Union Saint-Gilloise in the Europa League. They will look to extend their lead at the top with a win against Manchester United.

“Ignore the noise” – Jürgen Klopp’s message before facing Manchester United

Liverpool are all set to host Manchester United at Anfield on Sunday. Even though the club is top of the Premier League and Manchester United are struggling with form, Jürgen Klopp sent out an earnest message to his players. The German was convinced that even though Liverpool may seem to have the upper hand, all the negative talk surrounding the visitors may end up giving them a boost.

Jurgen Klopp and Erik ten Hag
Jurgen Klopp and Erik ten Hag (Via X/@eurofootcom and goal)

Instead of focusing on their opponents, Klopp shifted his attention to his own side. 

This is a home game and we have to show up. I have to ensure we focus completely on the right stuff

The manager believes that the coming 7 days are a defining period in their season, where Liverpool will face Manchester United, West Ham United in the Carabao Cup, and Arsenal afterward.

He also censured the tight schedule and called it the “worst“. Klopp urged his players to get results in December as it is a month which is always about getting through, as per footballing terms. An unexpected loss in the Europa League may have hampered their momentum. However, the club managed to qualify as group toppers, edging 2nd-placed Toulouse by a single point.

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