Recently, Ten Hag responded sharply to a reporter who brought up the possibility of Manchester United recording their lowest Premier League finish this year. He stated that it was not relevant and left the conversation. With a series of disappointing results, United may not qualify for any European competitions next year, and they could potentially finish below seventh place for the first time in Premier League history.

While Ten Hag hinted at the team’s slim chances of making it into the top four, he maintained some optimism but acknowledged the challenges they faced. Following a match, he emphasized the importance of having a full squad and acknowledged the team’s shortcomings in organization despite their motivation. If you’re interested, you can join our new WhatsApp community to receive daily Mirror Football content and special offers from us and our partners, with the option to leave at any time.

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