History Repeats Itself

As Erik ten Hag prepares to lead his struggling Manchester United squad into battle against Liverpool, he may be feeling a sense of deja vu. History has shown that a defeat to their Northern rivals often spells the beginning of the end for any ailing United boss.

A Familiar Pattern

David Moyes' troubles began after a crushing defeat at the hands of Liverpool in 2014, with the Scot being fired just a month later. Louis van Gaal faced a similar fate, despite winning the FA Cup, following a loss to Liverpool in the Europa League. And most recently, Jose Mourinho's last game in charge of United was also against Liverpool, leading to his sacking just two days later.

A Coincidence or a Bad Omen?

If history is any indication, Erik ten Hag's future at Manchester United could be in doubt if his team fails to secure a victory against Liverpool. The timing is particularly eerie, as Mourinho's last game against Liverpool took place almost five years to the day of Ten Hag's upcoming match.

A Replacement in the Wings

Rumors have already begun circulating about a potential replacement for Ten Hag. According to SunSport, former Chelsea boss Graham Potter is being lined up to take over at Old Trafford. Incoming investor Sir Jim Ratcliffe has reportedly met with Potter and sees him as the ideal candidate to replace Ten Hag.

Increased Pressure

Ten Hag's position has come under even more scrutiny following United's recent 1-0 defeat to Bayern Munich in the Champions League. With the team crashing out of Europe and finishing at the bottom of their group, the pressure is mounting on the Dutchman.

Is Potter the Answer?

Graham Potter, who was last seen managing Chelsea before being sacked after less than a season, is favored by Ratcliffe as the new boss at Old Trafford. Despite his recent dismissal, Ratcliffe remains a huge fan of Potter and even wanted him at French side Nice.

As the fate of Erik ten Hag hangs in the balance, all eyes will be on the outcome of the upcoming clash with Liverpool. Will history repeat itself, or will Ten Hag be able to break the pattern and secure his future at Manchester United?