FURIOUS fans demanded Ed Woodward’s exit as the Manchester United executive vice-chairman squirmed in his Old Trafford seat watching Tottenham win 6-1.
Social media also exploded with calls for new defensive signings and Jadon Sancho’s arrival before Monday’s transfer deadline as ten-man United trailed 4-1 at half-time – with Woodward then sparking intrigue as he was caught on camera texting.
Fans refused to water down their criticism of Ed Woodward, Ole Gunnar Solskjaer and United’s awful defending as Spurs tore them apart
There was no hiding place for Man Utd executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward as he winced during the first half against Spurs
But supporters were split on who to blame most after United conceded four goals in the opening 45 minutes period of a Premier League game for the first time ever, before Spurs struck twice more after the break.
Many pointed to Anthony Martial’s soft red card, despite Tottenham having already come from behind to to lead 2-1 after just seven minutes.
Others, though, rounded on boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s tactics and especially more shocking flaws in central defence, while one claimed “80% of the players” should be ditched.
Anothe supporter suggested said: “Higher than Ole. Owners and Woodward. They are the cause of all this toxicity.”
And some followers contrasted Woodward to Tottenham supremo Daniel Levy.
One posted: “Genuinely feel for Ole. Obvious what United need but Woodward won’t back him. For a change Daniel Levy has been superb.”
And criticism of Woodward streamed in as United’s plight deepened when Spurs made it FIVE.
One fan wrote: “Ed Woodward, the board, Ollie and 80% of the players are not even fit to represent the badge.”
That was followed by: “What A Joke, now will people realize how much the Glazers and Woodward have failed this club and it’s supporters, just sell up now to someone who cares #GlazersOutWoodwardOut #MUNTOT.”
Some supporters, however, believed poor individual displays and organisation were at least as responsible as issues off the pitch.
This tweet summed up that view: “United fans blaming Woodward for investment in defenders. There current back 4 on the pitch cost around 200m The 3 in front of them cost around 170m.”
Woodward’s texting and checking of his phone then provoked a mixture of anger and amusement.
Some fans joked he was messaging his congratulations to Solskjaer, while one posted: “Ed Woodward receiving text from Van De Beek’s agent regarding a possible release clause in his contract.”
Old Trafford boss Ole Gunnar Solskjaer also looked on in despairCredit: AP:Associated Press
Anthony Martial earned a red for a soft retaliation on grounded Spurs ace Erik Lamela, which some fans thought turned the gameCredit: Times Newspapers Ltd
Solskjaer reveals Man Utd ‘have been working’ on transfers but refuses to stick boot into Woodward over failed targets
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
