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Manchester United given damning Premier League relegation warning by former manager

Manchester United could be relegated, according to former manager Erik ten Hag. Ten Hag argued that due to the strength of the division, a bad run of momentum could see any team crash out of the to…

Published: Monday, 2 November 2026 at 11:25 PM
Manchester United given damning Premier League relegation warning by former manager
Key Things to Know
  • Former manager Erik ten Hag warned that Manchester United could realistically face Premier League relegation.
  • Ten Hag highlighted the strength of Premier League squads and managers creating dangerous downward spirals.
  • Manchester United sit just above the relegation zone on goal difference after winning one of nine games.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Former Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has warned that his former club could face relegation from the Premier League. Speaking to ESPN in the Netherlands, Ten Hag explained that the intense competition and quality across the division mean a bad run of form can pull any team into a difficult spiral, leaving the 13-time Premier League champions at risk.

Manchester United currently sit just outside the relegation zone on goal difference, having secured only one victory in their opening nine matches. While current manager Michael Carrick faces mounting pressure following a loss to Bournemouth, he remains focused on turning around the club's fortunes ahead of challenging upcoming fixtures.

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