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Gary Neville has named the upcoming matches in opposition to Liverpool within the FA Cup and Premier League respectively as two fixtures that would decide Eric ten Hag's destiny as Manchester United boss.
Ten Hag is below immense strain in the intervening time and his long-term future at United appears more and more unsure.
The Crimson Devils are presently on a run of two consecutive Premier League defeats after defeats by the hands of Fulham and Manchester Metropolis respectively.
It has been recommended that new membership co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe might make managerial modifications on the finish of the season, as he appears to start out his reign on a clear slate.
United have already been linked with the likes of Julian Nagelsmann, Thiago Motta, Zinedine Zidane, Roberto De Zerbi and Graham Potter.
Ten Hag faces an uphill battle to maintain his job and urgently wants to enhance performances and outcomes if he’s to have any likelihood of remaining within the Outdated Trafford dugout.
In keeping with Neville, who spoke on The Overlap fan debate for Sky Sports activities, if Ten Hag can keep away from defeat in opposition to Liverpool they may have a powerful case to remain up.
United face Jurgen Klopp's aspect within the FA Cup quarter-finals subsequent Sunday, earlier than dealing with the Merseyside aspect once more just a few weeks afterward April 7.
Neville stated, “I don't suppose Sir Dave Brailsford or Sir Jim Ratcliffe or Dan Ashworth are the kind of individuals who gained't do their job now, plan and see what's obtainable. I’m not saying that they’ve taken any determination, I can’t imagine that they won’t increase their voice.
“What's vital to me about Ten Hag is I bear in mind the 2 video games below David Moyes and Ole, Metropolis and Liverpool – and we beat Liverpool twice at residence, I believe these video games are higher than your good friend or There could be large enemies. Should you're shedding to Liverpool at residence, it's unhealthy being away at Liverpool, however you've solely bought just a few thousand United followers within the nook.”
“If you've bought 73,000 in that stadium twice in opposition to Liverpool, if Liverpool come and do it for us, I believe these video games are decisive – the season might be over.”
Neville stated, “If we beat Liverpool within the cup, the environment will probably be unbelievable, if we do effectively in opposition to Liverpool within the league – that's an enormous ask – I believe these are the video games that give us encouragement.” Can provide and can provide.” Ten days of raise.”
The previous defender warned that if United have been overwhelmed by Liverpool, the season would nearly definitely be over and presumably spell the tip for Ten Hag.