BREAKING NEWS: “I can’t stand by and watch such a talented player waste his potential under an inexperienced coach like Erik ten Hag. That’s why I’ve personally advised him to leave immediately, as he won’t win any major trophies under Ten Hag’s management.”

Erik ten Hag, the manager of Manchester United, finds himself under scrutiny following a frustrating 1-1 draw against Twente in their Europa League opener. The match, held at Old Trafford, was expected to be a confident start to United’s European campaign but instead raised concerns about the team’s consistency and finishing ability.

United began the match with high expectations and took an early lead through Christian Eriksen. However, Eriksen’s error later allowed Twente’s Sam Lammers to equalize, shifting the momentum. Despite Ten Hag’s efforts to regain control through substitutions, including the introduction of young talents like Kobbie Mainoo and Alejandro Garnacho, the team failed to secure a win. Garnacho, in particular, became a focal point of debate after struggling to make an impact following his introduction in the 67th minute.

Dutch football legend Ruud Gullit criticized Ten Hag’s handling of Garnacho, suggesting that overloading the young player with instructions might have affected his focus and performance. Gullit commented that players, especially young ones, need more freedom on the pitch rather than excessive direction, hinting that this may have contributed to Garnacho’s subdued display.

Gullit’s critique wasn’t limited to individual decisions but extended to Manchester United’s overall performance. He expressed disappointment with the team’s quality of play, noting that the level of performance from a squad that has seen significant investment should be much higher. For Gullit, the match was indicative of a broader issue with United’s inability to dominate games and finish them off when in control.

Ten Hag himself did not shy away from acknowledging the team’s shortcomings. After the game, he pointed out that while United had been in control at 1-0, they failed to maintain their lead or capitalize on further chances to put the game out of reach. Instead, they allowed Twente to stay in the game and ultimately paid for their mistakes.

This result, coupled with previous disappointing performances, has amplified concerns about United’s consistency. Ten Hag’s tactical decisions and the team’s lack of clinical finishing have come under fire, with fans and pundits questioning whether he can guide the team through these turbulent times. As pressure mounts, Ten Hag faces the challenge of getting the best out of a talented but underperforming squad.