Revealed: Man Utd players expecting Sir Jim Ratcliffe to sack Erik ten Hag in summer after dismal season

According to the Daily Mail, a group of Manchester United players believe that Sir Jim Ratcliffe and his INEOS group are unlikely to retain Ten Hag's service beyond the 2023-24 season. While the former Ajax manager still has the backing of the dressing room, some players have expressed their concern over the Dutchman's training intensity amid a nightmare campaign that has seen the Red Devils slip to sixth in the Premier League table.

Ten Hag insists he is on the same page with Ratcliffe and INEOS sporting director Sir Dave Brailsford, but the duo could decide to part ways with him ahead of the 2024-25 season unless he guides United to a FA Cup triumph and secures qualification for the Champions League.

The Red Devils were on a five-game winning streak across all competitions after the winter break but their form suddenly took a dip as they suffered back-to-back Premier League defeats against Fulham and Manchester City.

Ten Hag's side, who are currently 11 points behind fourth-placed Aston Villa, will aim to get back to winning ways on Saturday as they host Everton in a vital league clash.