Sir Jim Ratcliffe has refused to back Erik ten Hag to continue as Manchester United manager, saying ‘it’s not my call’. Ten Hag is under huge pressure at United after a poor start to the season, with the Dutchman facing a vital game at Aston Villa on Sunday.

"Our objective is very clear," Ratcliffe said this week. "We want to take Manchester United back to where it should be, and it’s not there yet, obviously. That’s very clear.”

Manchester United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe has refused to back Erik ten Hag amid the Dutchman’s uncertain future at Old Trafford. Ten Hag is under massive pressure following a disappointing start to the 2024-25 campaign,