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      How much Man Utd will have to pay Erik ten Hag if they sack him… just months after agreeing contract extension

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      ERIK TEN HAG could be due a huge payout if he is sacked after only signing a contract extension in the summer.New minority club chiefs Ineos – headed by Sir Jim Ratcliffe – backed the Dutchman to turn things around after a difficult season beset by injuries.The cost for Man Utd to sack Erik ten Hag has been revealedCredit: PASir Jim Ratcliffe and Ineos bosses handed him a contract extension in JulyCredit: AlamyUnited registered their lowest-ever position in the Premier League by finishing eighth and came last in their Champions League group, with only victory in the FA Cup providing any reason to cheer.Ten Hag, 54, was handed an extension to his previous deal that brings his expiry date up to June 2026.However, having won just three of their opening eight games in all competitions this season along with some dreadful performances, the pressure is mounting.Despite calls for his head from outside the club, reports suggest that internally bosses are still backing the former Ajax manager for the now.READ MORE ON MAN UTDTen Hag has pivotal games against Porto in the Europa League and Aston Villa in the league this week, which could ultimately determine his position after the international break.But according to a report from Goal, it will cost United £17.5million to give Ten Hag the boot.This is thought to be £7.5m more than the £10m it would have cost to part ways in June.The pay-off is around half the money saved by the club after making 250 members of staff redundant earlier this year.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSTen Hag claims he is not worried about his future, saying: “No, I’m not thinking about this.”We all made this decision to stay together, as an ownership, as a leadership group in the summer. ‘It doesn’t come for free’ – Graham Potter reveals shock reason for 18 months of unemployment since Chelsea axe”Also we made the decision from a clear review what we have to improve as an organisation, but we knew it will take some time.”We are all on one page, or in one boat, together – the ownership, the leadership group, the staff and the players as well. I don’t have that concern.Why NOBODY is the right man to replace Erik ten Hag at Man UtdSunSport’s DAVE KIDD says Erik ten Hag’s time at Man Utd is up… and explains what’s wrong with all the potential candidates to replace him.THIS is a mid-table squad at an underachieving club, with a lot of unwanted players on big money.And Ratcliffe is an instinctive cost-cutter who may not pay top dollar to the next manager.If this club wasn’t called ‘Manchester United’, it wouldn’t be an especially desirable job.The good news for United is that their new sporting director, Dan Ashworth, is a very decent judge of a manager.He has been instrumental in three previous managerial appointments — Gareth Southgate for England, Graham Potter for Brighton and Eddie Howe for Newcastle.None were wildly popular at the time, all were conspicuous successes.Interestingly, Ashworth’s No 1 choice for the Newcastle job was Unai Emery, who turned him down to stay at Villarreal but has since proved that judgment right by excelling at Aston Villa.Emery may well deliver the coup de grace to Ten Hag on Sunday — especially with Bruno Fernandes suspended and Kobbie Mainoo an injury doubt.And the Spaniard would be an excellent fit for United — yet there is next to no chance that he would abandon Villa’s Champions League campaign to take the Old Trafford job, not least because he isn’t a stark raving madman.Howe would be another good candidate to succeed Ten Hag but, although he has become frustrated on Tyneside, the Saudis would surely not allow Ratcliffe to poach Howe, as they reluctantly did with Ashworth.Potter is available but his Chelsea experience and lack of charisma would make him a tough sell.Which brings us to Southgate, who remains close with Ashworth and is an excellent man-manager who was seriously considered by United last spring.Yet, despite having led England to two of their three major finals, Southgate’s reputation for over-caution was only enhanced during the Euros.Mauricio Pochettino, passed over twice by United, is out of the equation having taken the United States job.Thomas Tuchel would be a popular and gettable option but, despite being a fine coach and a very engaging man, he is considered something of a loose cannon.Likewise, Roberto De Zerbi, now at Marseille after his brief Brighton stint sparkled then fizzled out.Kieran McKenna — a gifted former United coach who has won back-to-back promotions with Ipswich Town — is an intriguing candidate but the imminent vacancy may come a year or so too soon.Marco Silva, the extremely under-rated Fulham boss, has been on United’s radar and should not be discounted.Sporting Lisbon’s Ruben Amorim, last season’s ‘next big thing’, was passed over by West Ham as well as Liverpool this summer and is not an easy man to pin down.Zinedine Zidane, who has taken over from Alan Curbishley as a 20-1 shot for every Premier League job, is a ‘figurehead’ manager and not an Ashworth type.Ruud van Nistelrooy, the former United goal machine who joined Ten Hag’s coaching team in the summer is the bookies’ favourite. Simply because he’s in the building and he’s Dutch.So, yes, getting rid of Ten Hag is the easy part.”Of course, there is always a new game, it will be a new day. We will bounce back.”A lack of viable options in the managerial market was cited as one of the reasons behind the club sticking with Ten Hag.However, talk of his potential replacement – such as former Chelsea boss Graham Potter, ex-England boss Gareth Southgate or assistant manager Ruud van Nistelrooy – has grown in recent weeks.Man Utd face four away games in their next five fixtures More

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      New Man Utd signing arrives at Old Trafford for first time since transfer… only to see horror show against Tottenham

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      WONDERKID Chido Obi Martin watched from the stands as Manchester United were thrashed 3-0 by Tottenham.The Red Devils put in a woeful performance on Sunday in the comfortable win for Spurs.Chido Obi Martin was spotted outside Old Trafford on SundayCredit: XObi Martin scored ten goals in one match last termCredit: GettyThe damaging defeat would have done little to reassure the club’s latest signing that he has made the right move, with new boy Obi Martin at Old Trafford for the first time to watch the game.Footage has emerged of teen sensation outside the stadium on Sunday.It comes just days after the Premier League ratified his switch from Arsenal to Man Utd.The 16-year-old has already agreed personal terms with the club and now has the green light to put pen to paper.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLObi Martin is currently a free agent after his contract at Arsenal expired.He has been tipped as a future star and he went viral last season after scoring TEN goals against Liverpool in a 14-3 win for the Gunners’ Under-16s team.Overall, the Danish-born striker scored 32 goals in 24 appearances in the youth-team last term.FOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSThat tally includes a seven-goal haul against Norwich, five goals versus West Ham, four strikes in back-to-back games over Crystal Palace and Fulham as well as two more hat-tricks.Most read in FootballObi Martin’s goalscoring saw him train with the Arsenal first-team last season.Despite representing Denmark on the international stage, there has been rumours that the FA are hoping to convince him to represent England in the future.’He’s done!’ | How woeful tactics & Dalot shocker saw Spurs smash Man Utd to spell end for Ten HagMan Utd ratings vs TottenhamMANCHESTER UNITED suffered a 3-0 thrashing against Tottenham at Old Trafford.Captain Bruno Fernandes was sent off in the first half for fouling James Maddison, forcing Erik Ten Hag’s side to play with 10 men against Ange Postecoglou’s team.After back-to-back draws against Crystal Palace and FC Twente fans hoped United would redeem themselves against Spurs.However, the match at Old Trafford quickly turned sour. Brennan Johnson scored early and things worsened when Fernandes was sent off allowing Spurs to extend their lead to 3-0.And here is how SunSports Charlie Wyett rated the Manchester United stars.Andre Onana – 5Stood his ground to deliver a good save from Timo Werner who was clean through – no chance for either goal.Noussair Mazraoui – 5First in the refs’ book for chopping down Destiny Udogie. Could also have blocked Micky van de Ven for the goal. Just watched Solanke make it 3-0.Matthijs de Ligt – 4Shocking first half. Failed to cut out the cross from Micky van de Ven which led to the first goal.Lisandro Martinez – 5Switched off for the Spurs goal and was drawn to the ball and Johnson was left unmarked.Diogo Dalot – 5Gave the ball away in dangerous areas and struggled against Johnson.Manuel Ugarte – 5Suffered a stinker and was lucky to last until the 73rd minute.Kobbie Mainoo – 5Not one of his better performances and was taken off just before half-time following Fernandes’ sending-off.Marcus Rashford – 5Over-ran the ball for Tottenham’s first. Way off the pace.Bruno Fernandes – 4Arguably the worst captain in United’s history. Deserved red card for his challenge on James Maddison.Alejandro Garnacho – 6Had United’s only chance in the first half but hit the outside of the post. Improved in the second half.Joshua Zirkzee – 5Looked completely lost up front – threatening to be another poor Erik ten Hag signing. Replaced at half-time.Subs:Mount (for Mainoo 45)  5, Casemiro (for Zirkzee 46) 7, Hojlund (for Rashford 73) 5, Eriksen (for Ugarte 73) 5. More

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      ‘Lads, it’s Man Utd’ – Ten Hag WILL be sacked after turning Sir Alex Ferguson’s famous three-word team talk on its head

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      FIRST, the easy part — Erik ten Hag must go and Erik ten Hag WILL go before long.Perhaps as soon as Sunday’s visit to Aston Villa and probably at some point during October.Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag is facing the axe after another miserable lossCredit: GettyTen Hag risks turning Man Utd legend Sir Alex Ferguson’s famous Tottenham team talk on its headCredit: GettyThe home thumping by Tottenham was the TENTH time  Manchester United have been thrashed by three goals or more in just over two years of the Dutchman’s reign.Ten Hag’s United don’t just lose consistently, they are thrashed consistently.Crystal Palace, Bournemouth, Brighton and Brentford are among the teams to have demolished his outfit.Read More on Man UtdSir Alex Ferguson’s most famous three-word team talk — “Lads, it’s Tottenham” — could now be turned on its head by Ange Postecoglou or several other Premier League bosses.“Lads, it’s Man United.”Facing United hasn’t held a fear factor for many years.Now, it is a fixture openly relished by many — a big-name scalp which is relatively easy to come by.Most read in FootballThere has been a regular cycle of doom around Old Trafford for the last 11 years, under six different managers.BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSUnited are trounced on a Sunday afternoon, Gary Neville and Roy Keane rant on the telly, everyone speculates on the manager’s future on a Monday.Managers come and go, many players linger for too long, and United continue to be largely terrible.Man Utd reveal first pics of redeveloped 100,000-capacity Old Trafford in ‘biggest regeneration scheme ever seen’Yet under Ten Hag — who offers little as a coach or man-manager — the bad days are even worse.It was the wrong decision for Sir Jim Ratcliffe and his Ineos crew to keep faith with the former Ajax boss after last season’s FA Cup win.And then to have signed another tranche of overpriced Dutch players.Ratcliffe will realise that by now, and it is only a matter of time before Ten Hag is gone.So now for the hard part. Who, realistically, takes over?And, more pertinently, who would want to?Emery wouldn’t take United job – he’s not stark raving madThis is a mid-table squad at an underachieving club, with a lot of unwanted players on big money.And Ratcliffe is an instinctive cost-cutter who may not pay top dollar to the next manager.If this club wasn’t called ‘Manchester United’, it wouldn’t be an especially desirable job.The good news for United is that their new sporting director, Dan Ashworth, is a very decent judge of a manager.He has been instrumental in three previous managerial appointments — Gareth Southgate for England, Graham Potter for Brighton and Eddie Howe for Newcastle.None were wildly popular at the time, all were conspicuous successes.Interestingly, Ashworth’s No 1 choice for the Newcastle job was Unai Emery, who turned him down to stay at Villarreal but has since proved that judgment right by excelling at Aston Villa.Not many optionsEmery may well deliver the coup de grace to Ten Hag on Sunday — especially with Bruno Fernandes suspended and Kobbie Mainoo an injury doubt.And the Spaniard would be an excellent fit for United — yet there is next to no chance that he would abandon Villa’s Champions League campaign to take the Old Trafford job, not least because he isn’t a stark raving madman.Howe would be another good candidate to succeed Ten Hag but, although he has become frustrated on Tyneside, the Saudis would surely not allow Ratcliffe to poach Howe, as they reluctantly did with Ashworth.Potter is available but his Chelsea experience and lack of charisma would make him a tough sell.Which brings us to Southgate, who remains close with Ashworth and is an excellent man-manager who was seriously considered by United last spring.Gareth Southgate concernYet, despite having led England to two of their three major finals, Southgate’s reputation for over-caution was only enhanced during the Euros.Mauricio Pochettino, passed over twice by United, is out of the  equation having taken the United States job.Thomas Tuchel would be a popular and gettable option but, despite being a fine coach and a very engaging man, he is considered something of a loose cannon.Likewise, Roberto De Zerbi, now at Marseille after his brief Brighton stint sparkled then fizzled out.Kieran McKenna — a gifted former United coach who has won back-to-back promotions with Ipswich Town — is an intriguing candidate but the imminent vacancy may come a year or so too soon.Marco Silva, the extremely under-rated Fulham boss, has been on United’s radar and should not be discounted.Replacement needs to succeed Sporting Lisbon’s Ruben Amorim, last season’s ‘next big thing’, was passed over by West Ham as well as Liverpool this summer and is not an easy man to pin down.Zinedine Zidane, who has taken over from Alan Curbishley as a 20-1 shot for every Premier League job, is a “figurehead” manager and not an Ashworth type.Ruud van Nistelrooy, the former United goal machine who joined Ten Hag’s coaching team in the summer is the bookies’ favourite. Simply because he’s in the building and he’s Dutch.So, yes, getting rid of Ten Hag is the easy part.READ MORE SUN STORIESFor Ratcliffe, Ashworth and the rest of United’s new management structure, the hard part is what happens next.And it is a decision they desperately need to nail.Thomas Tuchel would be a popular replacement for Ten Hag but is considered a loose cannonCredit: GettyMan Utd assistant manager Ruud van Nistelrooy is the bookies’ favourite to take overCredit: GettySouthgate is an excellent man-manager who was seriously considered by Man Utd last springCredit: Getty More

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      Graham Potter hilariously breaks silence on Man Utd talks and ‘being linked with Napoli and Stoke in the same week’

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      GRAHAM POTTER addressed speculation linking him with the top job at Manchester United with a hilarious quip.Potter, 49, has been a free agent since his dismissal by Chelsea 18 months ago but continues to be touted as a potential successor to under-fire United boss Erik ten Hag.Graham Potter addressed speculation linking him with Manchester United with a jokeCredit: ReutersMan Utd boss Erik ten Hag’s position at Old Trafford is becoming increasingly untenableCredit: PATen Hag’s position at Old Trafford is under threat after Sunday’s 3-0 thumping by Tottenham in another hapless display by the Red Devils.And the ex-Brighton manager broke his silence amid all the continuous talk linking him with the job.Potter, who was appearing on MNF on Sky Sports, said when asked if he’d enjoy the challenge of managing United: “I am sitting here enjoying the challenge of answering your questions.”The ex-Chelsea boss was less coy when asked about reports suggesting he was approached by Man Utd chiefs during the summer before they decided to hold on to Ten Hag.Read More on Man UtdThe former Swansea manager added: “I take what the media say with a pinch of salt.”I am the only coach in world football to be linked with Stoke City and Napoli in the same week. “I have had lots of conversations with lots of people and I think out of respect to those people it’s best those are kept private.”BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSPotter also joked about taking the England job ahead of Bournemouth’s 3-1 win over Southampton. He said: “I think it’s time for a commercial break, isn’t it?!Most read in Football”As an Englishman, of course it’s a fantastic job and I’m supportive of FA and what they decide to do and whoever the next coach is.”Gareth did a fantastic job and I’m sure Lee will in his time, however long that is.”Potter, though, doesn’t seem to be in a hurry to return to the dugout after 12 years of non-stop work for the likes of Ostersunds, Swansea, Brighton and Chelsea.The Solihull tactician admitted he deliberately decided to step away from the limelight and focus on his family.Watch Graham Potter’s reaction as he is asked about England manager job moments after earning uni degreePotter recently admitted: “I spent some time with the family, [to] connect with them after a 12-year journey which has started in the fourth tier of Swedish football and ends in the last eight of the Champions League.”Graham Potter’s managerial careerA brief look at Graham Potter’s managerial career to date…2008 – 2011: Leeds Beckett University Carnegie2011 – 2018: Ostersund 2018 – 2019: Swansea City2019 – 2022: Brighton and Hove Albion2022 – 2023: Chelsea More

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      Angry Man Utd fans say ‘this is unbelievable, he must be sacked for this’ as new angle of Spurs goal shows ace ‘give up’

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      MANCHESTER UNITED fans have called for Diogo Dalot to be SACKED after spotting a new angle of Tottenham’s opening goal.The Red Devils were thrashed 3-0 by Spurs in front of a glum Old Trafford crowd, leaving Ten Hag’s job on the brink.Micky van de Ven dribbled past four Manchester United players with incredible pace and powerWith Diogo Dalot failing to track Spurs’ goalscorerBrennan Johnson was on hand to tap home into an empty net inside three minutesAnge Postecoglou’s side took just three minutes to open the scoring after defender Micky van de Ven produced a stunning 70-yard run to set up Brennan Johnson.The Dutch star pounced on a loose ball in his own half and surged through United’s midfield with ease, after beating Marcus Rashford’s meek press.Van de Ven burst past four United players to reach the byline before squaring a perfect low cross to the back post, where Johnson was on hand to tap into the empty net.But Johnson was able to stride into the box unchallenged with replays showing Dalot failing do the basics by not following his man.READ MORE ON MAN UTDA new angle has shown Dalot seemingly giving up on the edge of his own box, before sticking his hand up to apologise to his team-mates.And furious United fans have blasted the Portugal star, with one writing on X: “I can’t believe what I’ve just seen from Dalot.”A second said: “This is unbelievable, he must be sacked for this.”While another wrote: “Dalot’s lack of defending here is inexcusable. It’s a disgrace.”Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSA fourth added: “How can you love a player who won’t do his primary job in the third minute of the game?”Before another wrote: “He shouldn’t be wearing that jersey.”One more said: “For someone as fast as Dalot is, this is unbelievable. He can see his man. I can’t get my head around what he’s doing here.”Johnson immediately went to Van de Ven to thank him for producing one of the greatest assists from a centre-half in Prem history.Former United full-back Gary Neville said: “Absolutely brilliant. One of the best runs I’ve ever seen from a centre-back.”De Ligt starts off running too late and misreads the pace of the centre-back. It’s amazing and devastating.”But ex-United right-back Danny Simpson was equally dumbfounded by Dalot’s lack of desire to get back.He told MUTV: “I see the cross coming, and for Johnson to have that much space at the back post, I think it’s criminal.READ MORE SUN STORIES”I think that’s Dalot’s position, I’m not sure whether he was inverted from midfield or at full back, and he needs to recover.”Dalot has started every game from left-back this season, slotting in with Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia still recovering from injury.Man Utd ratings vs TottenhamMANCHESTER UNITED suffered a 3-0 thrashing against Tottenham at Old Trafford.Captain Bruno Fernandes was sent off in the first half for fouling James Maddison, forcing Erik Ten Hag’s side to play with 10 men against Ange Postecoglou’s team.After back-to-back draws against Crystal Palace and FC Twente fans hoped United would redeem themselves against Spurs.However, the match at Old Trafford quickly turned sour. Brennan Johnson scored early and things worsened when Fernandes was sent off allowing Spurs to extend their lead to 3-0.And here is how SunSports Charlie Wyett rated the Manchester United stars.Andre Onana – 5Stood his ground to deliver a good save from Timo Werner who was clean through – no chance for either goal.Noussair Mazraoui – 5First in the refs’ book for chopping down Destiny Udogie. Could also have blocked Micky van de Ven for the goal. Just watched Solanke make it 3-0.Matthijs de Ligt – 4Shocking first half. Failed to cut out the cross from Micky van de Ven which led to the first goal.Lisandro Martinez – 5Switched off for the Spurs goal and was drawn to the ball and Johnson was left unmarked.Diogo Dalot – 5Gave the ball away in dangerous areas and struggled against Johnson.Manuel Ugarte – 5Suffered a stinker and was lucky to last until the 73rd minute.Kobbie Mainoo – 5Not one of his better performances and was taken off just before half-time following Fernandes’ sending-off.Marcus Rashford – 5Over-ran the ball for Tottenham’s first. Way off the pace.Bruno Fernandes – 4Arguably the worst captain in United’s history. Deserved red card for his challenge on James Maddison.Alejandro Garnacho – 6Had United’s only chance in the first half but hit the outside of the post. Improved in the second half.Joshua Zirkzee – 5Looked completely lost up front – threatening to be another poor Erik ten Hag signing. Replaced at half-time.Subs:Mount (for Mainoo 45)  5, Casemiro (for Zirkzee 46) 7, Hojlund (for Rashford 73) 5, Eriksen (for Ugarte 73) 5. More

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      Erik ten Hag has WORSE record in last 28 Man Utd games than in Gary Neville’s disastrous spell as Valencia manager

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      ERIK TEN HAG has a WORSE record in the last 28 games than Gary Neville had during his miserable spell managing Valencia.Ten Hag’s future at Manchester United is under scrutiny after yet another dismal performance in what has been a horror start to the season.Ten Hag has set an unwanted record following his 3-0 loss to TottenhamTen Hag’s last 28 games has been compared to Gary Neville’s tenure at ValenciaUnited collapsed to a 3-0 defeat against Spurs to mark back-to-back home defeats by a three-goal margin in the Premier League.Having gone a goal down inside three minutes, Bruno Fernandes’ controversial red card killed any hope of a comeback.Old Trafford legend Neville branded the performance as “absolutely disgusting” and “shocking” in his post-match verdict.And now United’s poor form has been compared to Neville’s nightmare tenure at LaLiga outfit Valencia.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSThe figures show that Neville had managed 28 matches, lost 11 games, scored 38 goals and conceded 39 before he was sacked in March 2016.Neville’s reign would reach its lowest ebb in February 2016, when his side were trounced 7-0 by Barcelona, and he has not returned to management since.But in Ten Hag’s case they show a record of 28 games, 13 losses, 35 goals and 45 goals conceded.SunSport understands that Ten Hag will remain in charge for this week’s crucial fixtures against Porto and Aston Villa.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSUnited sit 12th in the Prem with just seven points from their opening six games.Neville said the first half against Tottenham was the worst he had seen United under the current manager.Sad pictures sum up Man Utd fans’ feelings after embarrassing 3-0 thrashing by Tottenham Ten Hag now finds himself as the new FAVOURITE to be sacked next in the English top flight.But the Dutchman, who is into his third season at the club, is confident that United’s decision-makers will give him time.Asked about his future, Ten Hag said: “No, I am not thinking about this. “We all made together this decision to stay together, as an ownership, a leadership group in the summer.”Also we made the decision from a clear review what we have to improve and how we want to construct a squad.””But we knew it will take some time, how the window went, some players late in like Ugarte.”We have to make some improvement in organisation, some injuries, we need some time.Jamie Redknapp however said Ten Hag has “had enough time” and does not think he is “the man to take it forward”.READ MORE SUN STORIESRedknapp told Sky Sports: “I’m seeing performances at the moment that are the kinds that get a manager sacked.”I do feel sorry for the manager. He looks out of his depth, he looks lost.”Man Utd ratings vs TottenhamMANCHESTER UNITED suffered a 3-0 thrashing against Tottenham at Old Trafford.Captain Bruno Fernandes was sent off in the first half for fouling James Maddison, forcing Erik Ten Hag’s side to play with 10 men against Ange Postecoglou’s team.After back-to-back draws against Crystal Palace and FC Twente fans hoped United would redeem themselves against Spurs.However, the match at Old Trafford quickly turned sour. Brennan Johnson scored early and things worsened when Fernandes was sent off allowing Spurs to extend their lead to 3-0.And here is how SunSports Charlie Wyett rated the Manchester United stars.Andre Onana – 5Stood his ground to deliver a good save from Timo Werner who was clean through – no chance for either goal.Noussair Mazraoui – 5First in the refs’ book for chopping down Destiny Udogie. Could also have blocked Micky van de Ven for the goal. Just watched Solanke make it 3-0.Matthijs de Ligt – 4Shocking first half. Failed to cut out the cross from Micky van de Ven which led to the first goal.Lisandro Martinez – 5Switched off for the Spurs goal and was drawn to the ball and Johnson was left unmarked.Diogo Dalot – 5Gave the ball away in dangerous areas and struggled against Johnson.Manuel Ugarte – 5Suffered a stinker and was lucky to last until the 73rd minute.Kobbie Mainoo – 5Not one of his better performances and was taken off just before half-time following Fernandes’ sending-off.Marcus Rashford – 5Over-ran the ball for Tottenham’s first. Way off the pace.Bruno Fernandes – 4Arguably the worst captain in United’s history. Deserved red card for his challenge on James Maddison.Alejandro Garnacho – 6Had United’s only chance in the first half but hit the outside of the post. Improved in the second half.Joshua Zirkzee – 5Looked completely lost up front – threatening to be another poor Erik ten Hag signing. Replaced at half-time.Subs:Mount (for Mainoo 45)  5, Casemiro (for Zirkzee 46) 7, Hojlund (for Rashford 73) 5, Eriksen (for Ugarte 73) 5. More

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      Glum pictures sum up Man Utd fans’ feelings after embarrassing 3-0 thrashing by Tottenham

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      MANCHESTER UNITED fans’ faces said it all after their embarrassing Old Trafford thrashing against Spurs.Erik ten Hag’s side collapsed to a 3-0 defeat against Tottenham to mark back-to-back home defeats by a three-goal margin.Scenes around Old Trafford after Man Utd’s defeat to Spurs summed up the moodFans were seen with despondent facesMany were seen sitting alone as they digested the latest horrorFans have now seen the team fall to back-to-back home 3-0 home defeats for the first time since 2021Results will have to drastically improve to lift the moodMood follows another lifeless performance from playersCredit: RexHaving gone a goal down inside three minutes, Bruno Fernandes’ controversial sending-off effectively killed any hope of a comeback.Two more second-half goals then sent things from bad to worse.The boos rang around Old Trafford at half-time and, despite the defiant whimpers of chanting from the Red Devils faithful during the game, they could only muster some apathetic post-match cries for another dreadful performance.It was a mood reflective of another tepid and lifeless team performance.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLAnd pictures showing disenchanted fans coming to terms with the loss in the stands long after full-time summed it all up.Sky Sports broadcast of the game showed despondent fans littered around the stadium, seemingly in disbelief of the horror show they had just watched.Reacting on social media, one fan said: “Manchester United fans don’t deserve this pain.”A second shared an image of a fan sitting with his hands in his pockets, saying: “All of us.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSA third added: “The picture says a lot.Another “Heartbreaking scenes.”Man Utd manager Erik ten Hag speaks after his side’s 3-0 Premier League loss at home to Tottenham Man Utd ratings vs TottenhamMANCHESTER UNITED suffered a 3-0 thrashing against Tottenham at Old Trafford.Captain Bruno Fernandes was sent off in the first half for fouling James Maddison, forcing Erik Ten Hag’s side to play with 10 men against Ange Postecoglou’s team.After back-to-back draws against Crystal Palace and FC Twente fans hoped United would redeem themselves against Spurs.However, the match at Old Trafford quickly turned sour. Brennan Johnson scored early and things worsened when Fernandes was sent off allowing Spurs to extend their lead to 3-0.And here is how SunSports Charlie Wyett rated the Manchester United stars.Andre Onana – 5Stood his ground to deliver a good save from Timo Werner who was clean through – no chance for either goal.Noussair Mazraoui – 5First in the refs’ book for chopping down Destiny Udogie. Could also have blocked Micky van de Ven for the goal. Just watched Solanke make it 3-0.Matthijs de Ligt – 4Shocking first half. Failed to cut out the cross from Micky van de Ven which led to the first goal.Lisandro Martinez – 5Switched off for the Spurs goal and was drawn to the ball and Johnson was left unmarked.Diogo Dalot – 5Gave the ball away in dangerous areas and struggled against Johnson.Manuel Ugarte – 5Suffered a stinker and was lucky to last until the 73rd minute.Kobbie Mainoo – 5Not one of his better performances and was taken off just before half-time following Fernandes’ sending-off.Marcus Rashford – 5Over-ran the ball for Tottenham’s first. Way off the pace.Bruno Fernandes – 4Arguably the worst captain in United’s history. Deserved red card for his challenge on James Maddison.Alejandro Garnacho – 6Had United’s only chance in the first half but hit the outside of the post. Improved in the second half.Joshua Zirkzee – 5Looked completely lost up front – threatening to be another poor Erik ten Hag signing. Replaced at half-time.Subs:Mount (for Mainoo 45)  5, Casemiro (for Zirkzee 46) 7, Hojlund (for Rashford 73) 5, Eriksen (for Ugarte 73) 5.A fifth said: “I saw this and sighed.”The result leaves United down in 12th with seven points from six games – a record of two wins, one draw and three defeats.Club chiefs Omar Berrada – who this week outlined a target for both the men’s and women’s teams to win the league by 2028 – and Dan Ashworth publicly backed Ten Hag at the start of the month.However, results have dramatically dipped since then, and upcoming games against Porto and Aston Villa could dictate whether Ten Hag remains in his post following the international break.MARK HALSEY: Questions must be asked after Bruno Fernandes was sent off for Man Utd against TottenhamIN real time Bruno Fernandes’ first-half challenge on James Maddison looked a poor one.And based on an immediate viewing, it seemed ref Chris Kavanagh’s decision to show a red card was the correct one.But replays clearly showed he slipped and his foot did not make contact as high on Maddison’s leg as it first seemed.In these circumstances a ref has to consider whether a challenge was reckless, which would be worthy of a caution, or if it has endangered a player’s safety with excessive force and brutality — a red-card offence.Looking back at the footage, you would have to say it was reckless rather than a case of serious foul play.There should be no criticism of Kavanagh as he only gets one view of it.But the question to ask is why VAR Peter Bankes did not get involved, as he sees what we see.If VAR had recommended a review I’m sure Kavanagh would have changed his mind. 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      BRUNO FERNANDES revealed he was consoled by James Maddison following his sending off against Tottenham. The Manchester United captain was shown red just before the break for a knee high challenge on Maddison. Bruno Fernandes was shown red for this challenge on James MaddisonCredit: GettyThe two had an exchange after the tackleCredit: RexUnited were 1-0 down at the time and later sunk to a 3-0 loss after being reduced to ten men. Fernandes spoke out after his controversial red and claimed even Maddison disagreed with the decision. He said: “I don’t go in with the studs, it’s a clear foul but never a red card. Maddison said it is a foul but it’s not a red card. “If this is a red card we have to look at other incidents. I think it’s never a red card. READ MORE IN football “It’s a foul if he wants to give a yellow. I don’t understand why VAR doesn’t call the referee to the screen.”We find a lot of spaces but we could never connect. It wasn’t always like one touch more. We gave the ball away too many times for them to counter.”SunSport’s expert refereeing pundit Mark Hasley agreed with Fernandes that replays proved it should not have been a red. Sky Sports’ Jamie Redknapp, Ashley Young and Darren Bent all also took the stance that Chris Kavanagh’s decision was incorrect. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSMARK HALSEY: Questions must be asked after Bruno Fernandes was sent off for Man Utd against TottenhamIN real time Bruno Fernandes’ first-half challenge on James Maddison looked a poor one.And based on an immediate viewing, it seemed ref Chris Kavanagh’s decision to show a red card was the correct one.But replays clearly showed he slipped and his foot did not make contact as high on Maddison’s leg as it first seemed.In these circumstances a ref has to consider whether a challenge was reckless, which would be worthy of a caution, or if it has endangered a player’s safety with excessive force and brutality — a red-card offence.Looking back at the footage, you would have to say it was reckless rather than a case of serious foul play.There should be no criticism of Kavanagh as he only gets one view of it.But the question to ask is why VAR Peter Bankes did not get involved, as he sees what we see.If VAR had recommended a review I’m sure Kavanagh would have changed his mind.And Fernandes added: “It was never a red card, that is my view. The referee tried to tell me that as he saw it was a clear contact with the studs. “No. I didn’t touch him with the studs or even the foot, it was my ankle. It is a clear foul.Man Utd blasted by pundits after horror Tottenham mauling”If he wants to give me a yellow because they are going to go on a counter then I agree. But more than that, no. It is not the case.”Goals from Brennan Johnson, Dejan Kulusevski and Dominic Solanke condemned United to a disastrous defeat at home.And pressure continues to mount on manager Erik ten Hag with United 12th with three losses from their opening six games. Pressure continues to mount on manager Erik ten HagCredit: Getty More