BREAKING: Live from Manchester United, several former Man Utd icons are urging the removal of Erik Ten Hag, branding him as “NAIVE.” Since assuming the managerial role in the summer of 2022, Ten Hag’s Manchester United team has faced criticism for underperforming in crucial away games. Scholes pinpointed the alleged issues, attributing blame to the manager. The consensus among these legends is that it’s imperative for Erik Ten Hag to depart; despite his tenure in the Premier League, they believe he hasn’t acquired necessary lessons. A prominent United figure voices strong disapproval.

Paul Scholes, while working for TNT Sports, criticized Erik ten Hag’s approach as “naive” when playing away from home, particularly against stronger teams. He highlighted Manchester United’s historical difficulties under Ten Hag in away games against formidable opponents. Scholes emphasized their struggles in last season’s big games and pointed out their away games’ lack of success in various Premier League venues, resulting in zero points in matches against Tottenham, Arsenal, and Newcastle this season.

The critique expanded beyond the Premier League, citing Manchester United’s poor Champions League performance, where they earned just one point from three away games. Scholes stressed the manager’s tactical imbalance, mentioning the risky strategy of playing with a single defensive midfielder and an otherwise attacking formation, which, in his view, was inappropriate against major English teams.

During the West Ham match, Scholes expressed concern about the opposition’s strength and offensive capabilities. Unexpected lineup changes by Ten Hag, including starting a 19-year-old defender due to injuries and suspensions, raised Scholes’s apprehension about United’s chances. Unfortunately, his worries materialized as West Ham secured a 2-0 victory, leaving Manchester United in eighth place in the standings.

The defeat puts Ten Hag under intense pressure, especially with an upcoming match against Aston Villa. Scholes noted the crucial nature of the game for Ten Hag and stressed the importance of avoiding further losses. Additionally, Manchester United’s recent struggles coincide with an imminent announcement of a twenty-five percent share purchase by Sir Jim Ratcliffe, which might prompt discussions about Ten Hag’s position before the crucial January transfer window.