Manchester United fans are starting to worry about the future of manager Erik ten Hag after the team’s recent defeat to Liverpool. The club has had a disappointing start to the season, with just three points from a possible nine. Fans have now noticed four eerie omens that could indicate that Ten Hag’s time at the club is coming to an end.
The first omen is that the season started on a Friday night in 2018, just like the current campaign. In 2018, United beat Leicester City, and this season, they beat Fulham. The second omen is that both second games ended in defeat to Brighton and Hove Albion. In 2018, Mourinho’s side lost 3-2 at the Amex, and this season, United also lost to Brighton.
The third omen is that both managers followed their defeat to Brighton with a loss to a big six team at Old Trafford. Ten Hag’s side lost to Liverpool, just as Mourinho’s team lost to Tottenham. The final omen is Ten Hag speaking about trophies, defending his team by pointing to success in domestic competitions since his arrival. This is similar to Mourinho’s rant about his three Premier League titles and his claim of having more success than other managers.
These similarities to Mourinho’s time in charge have led fans to believe that history is repeating itself and that Ten Hag could be facing the same fate as Mourinho, who was sacked in December 2018. Fans have taken to social media to express their concerns, with many predicting that Ten Hag will be sacked by December.
While it’s important not to jump to conclusions based solely on these omens, it’s understandable why fans are feeling uneasy. Manchester United is a club with high expectations, and a poor start to the season is always a cause for concern. However, it’s worth noting that Ten Hag is a highly respected manager with a successful track record, and it’s too early to write him off based on a few early-season setbacks.
It’s also important to remember that football is a complex and unpredictable sport, and there are many factors that can contribute to a team’s success or failure. It’s not fair to place all the blame on the manager, as the players also have a responsibility to perform on the pitch. Ultimately, only time will tell what the future holds for Ten Hag and Manchester United.