Manchester United look set to stick with manager Erik ten Hag for matches against Porto and Aston Villa this week, despite their demoralising defeat against Tottenham at Old Trafford on Sunday. Ten Hag has endured a poor start to the season, which has left United 12th in the Premier League.

Manchester United's tough start to the season has put Erik ten Hag's job in the spotlight. After a string of poor results, speculation about his future is growing, but the club’s hierarchy isn’t rushing to pull the plug just yet.

Manchester United club bosses are minded to keep faith with Erik ten Hag in the immediate aftermath of the 3-0 defeat to Tottenham, sources have told ESPN, but there is a growing acceptance that he is now under severe pressure.