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Manchester United’s recent victory over Liverpool in the FA Cup quarter-final has generated a sense of optimism among fans, with exciting young talents like Amad Diallo and Kobbie Mainoo making significant impacts. Despite this positive feeling, manager Erik ten Hag’s future at the club remains uncertain, with his position under threat due to the team’s disappointing season performance. Ten Hag’s fate will largely depend on how the team performs in the remaining Premier League and FA Cup fixtures, with key decision-makers assessing his ability to lead the team to success.

The fluidity of the situation is further complicated by the absence of incoming CEO Omar Berrada and negotiations with Newcastle United regarding Sporting Director Dan Ashworth. Sir Jim Ratcliffe, United’s new co-owner, has not offered Ten Hag any assurances about his future, indicating that the club is focused on appointing the best individuals to lead the football departments. Despite injuries playing a significant role in the team’s struggles this season, Ten Hag’s failure to achieve results and maintain a consistent playing style have raised doubts about his managerial abilities.

United’s poor performances in the Premier League, with 11 losses already this season, have highlighted the team’s lack of cohesion and goal-scoring ability. The Champions League failure under Ten Hag has further eroded confidence in his leadership, with a lack of a clear replacement on the market complicating the decision-making process. While names like Graham Potter, Thomas Tuchel, Gareth Southgate, and Robert De Zerbi have been linked to the club, there is a reluctance to pursue a new manager given the potential for improvement with Ten Hag under a new structure.

Ten Hag’s future at Manchester United hinges on the remaining fixtures, with a strong finish in the Premier League and potentially the FA Cup crucial for his retention. The pressure is on for the Dutchman to deliver results and prove his worth to the club’s new leadership, with a clear demonstration of his managerial abilities needed to secure his position for the next season. As the team battles injuries and inconsistency, Ten Hag faces a critical period that could determine his fate at Old Trafford.

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