McCoist has emphasized that Manchester United stands no chance of finishing at the top, especially after their eighth-place finish. He acknowledged that the team’s significant injuries last year might have had an impact, but he remains skeptical about their prospects for winning the Premier League in the upcoming season. However, he did express hope for a steady improvement and emphasized the importance of providing fans with optimism and progress in the right direction.

There were indications that Ten Hag might leave following last season’s challenges, but co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s decision to grant him a new contract came as a surprise. McCoist views this as a bold statement by the owners, indicating their strong support for Ten Hag. He believes that time will ultimately determine the wisdom of this decision, but acknowledges the importance of providing clarity and support for the coach.

It seems that the uncertainty surrounding Ten Hag’s future has now been resolved, providing clarity for the club and the coach.