Erik ten Hag’s stay at Old Trafford has been seriously jeopardized thanks to Man United’s poor recent form and a five-game winless streak. Any following mistake could cost the Dutchman his job, while the English press claim that United’s management has reportedly already found a replacement – Sporting Lisbon boss Ruben Amorim.Today (17.00), Brentford arrive at the Theatre of Dreams aware that they can beat the Red Devils. After all, the Bees are two points and three places ahead of United. Moreover, Thomas Frank’s boys netted five times in the previous round against Wolverhampton (13 in total), whereas Ten Hag’s men scored as many goals in seven Premier League rounds!Erik ‘The Optimist’ ten Hag eyes a January target, while his job is hanging in the balanceStill, the Dutch strategist denies the sack allegations, blaming the media for made-up stories and lies.”No, the noise is only coming from the media, from some of you, not all of you, creating stories and fairytales, bringing lies because I know we’re on one page within this club. I said before the break but several journalists probably didn’t believe me. Within the club, it’s quiet,” Ten Hag said at the pre-match press conference.Erik ten Hag has accused the media of making up “fairytales and lies” about his future at Man Utd ❌#BBCFootball #MUFC pic.twitter.com/R4VxC6CuAT— BBC Sport (@BBCSport) October 18, 2024 Regarding the difficult moment in which the club found itself, the 54-year-old does not lose hope and still believes in success.”We have to climb a mountain, but that’s top football, sometimes you have to face challenges, but I’m sure we will make a success, just like we did in the last two seasons. I see the good things, good patterns and the good stats that confirms we’re in a good direction, but the ranking doesn’t lie and where we are isnt’ good enough,” he stated.ENGLISH PREMIER LEAGUE – MATCHDAY 8Saturday14:30: (1.52) Tottenham (4.70) West Ham (5.50)17:00: (2.45) Fulham (3.40) Aston Villa (2.85)17:00: (2.45) Ipswich (3.50) Everton (3.05)17:00: (1.75) Man.Utd. (3.80) Brentford (4.60)17:00: (2.00) Newcastle (3.50) Brighton (3.70)17:00: (2.40) Southampton (3.55) Leicester (3.05)19:30: (5.30) Bournemouth (3.60) Arsenal (1.70)Sunday16:00: (8.00) Wolverhampton (5.30) Man.City (1.35)18:30: (1.70) Liverpool (4.10) Chelsea (5.20)Monday22:00: (2.30) Nott.Forest (3.30) Crystal Palace (3.20)***odds are subject to change***
