After suffering a humiliating 4-0 defeat against Crystal Palace on Tuesday night, former United players such as Michael Owen and Paul Scholes demanded Erik ten Hag’s immediate removal. They even suggested that his assistant, Steve McClaren, could temporarily take charge. Despite this public outcry, Telegraph Sport reports that Manchester United are not considering parting ways with Ten Hag before the FA Cup final clash against arch-rivals Manchester City on May 25.

However, there’s a prevailing sense among the squad that Ten Hag’s fate is inevitable, with indications that he’ll be shown the door at the end of the season. Issues in communication between the manager and players are cited, along with a general perception that Ten Hag lacks motivational skills and empathy, intensifying concerns about his leadership this season.

While United still have a chance to qualify for either the Europa League or the Europa Conference League, they need to secure maximum points in their remaining league matches and hope for favourable results elsewhere. Winning the FA Cup would guarantee Europa League qualification, but facing Manchester City in the final poses a formidable challenge.

Currently sitting in eighth place in the Premier League standings, United face tough fixtures against Arsenal, Newcastle United, and Brighton. With their backs against the wall, they might adopt a fearless approach, especially in their upcoming Premier League clash against Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal on Sunday.

Manchester United performance and stats

Manchester United is currently 8th in the Premier League with 54 points.

In the last 35 games, it has won 16 times, drawn 6 times, and lost 13 times. In its last match, Manchester United lost 4-0 against Crystal Palace.​​

It has a negative goal difference after scoring 52 goals and conceding 55.​

Manchester United will play the next match in Premier League against Arsenal on Sunday 12th of May in Manchester.​