The beginning of the current season has been a nightmarish one for Erik ten Hag’s Manchester United, despite the Dutchman’s successful debut campaign at Old Trafford last year.
In both Premier League and Champions League matches, Manchester United has hit a new low this season. Their most recent setback occurred in the Carabao Cup’s fourth round, where they were defeated by Newcastle United.
The Red Devils suffered a humbling 3-0 loss at Old Trafford against the Magpies, just three days after an embarrassing defeat to Manchester City in the league. These are undoubtedly trying times for Manchester United, and Erik ten Hag’s job at Old Trafford might be on the line.
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Rasmus Højlund, who was expected to be a significant summer signing for Erik ten Hag, has brought speed, aggression, strength, and strong link-up play to Manchester United’s attack this season. However, the 20-year-old Danish international has yet to find his scoring form in the Premier League, despite three goals in the Champions League.
With that context in mind, let’s now focus on the central message of this article: the five players responsible for Manchester United’s disastrous start to the current season.
1. Andre Onana
As the last line of defense, Andre Onana hasn’t provided enough support for Manchester United at the back. The 27-year-old arrived at Old Trafford this summer following a stellar 2022-23 season with Inter Milan, but he has struggled to adapt to his new team. While he has displayed excellence in matches against Copenhagen and Manchester City, consistency has eluded him.
2. Lisandro Martinez
In Lisandro Martinez’s absence, Manchester United’s defense has become vulnerable, allowing smaller teams to easily exploit their defensive weaknesses.
3. Casemiro
Just 11 games into the new campaign, it’s apparent that the 31-year-old Brazilian’s physical condition is deteriorating. Manchester United can no longer rely on him as they once did.
4. Bruno Fernandes
Bruno Fernandes has been a standout signing for Manchester United since the departure of Sir Alex Ferguson. However, he is currently enduring a poor run of form, which is a stark contrast to his usual brilliance.
5. Marcus Rashford
Although Marcus Rashford has been experiencing a significant dip in form, he has played the most games for Manchester United this season.