Man United approach unavoidable Kobbie Mainoo issue as Erik ten Hag faces triple Brentford risk
manchestereveningnews.co.ukErik ten Hag has a number of team selection issues to ponder ahead of the Premier League's return this weekend. Entering the game at home to Brentford under immense pressure, the scenario is far from ideal.
Manchester United could, if results don't go their way, end gameweek eight in 16th. Following the international break and a fortnight of speculation over his job, it would be a disaster for Ten Hag.
Not only is his performance as head coach proving extremely divisive but the meaning behind facing Thomas Frank - one of the many options spoken to by Sir Jim Ratcliffe and his new sporting hierarchy over the summer - will not be missed by many.
United also know that a failure to beat Brentford will leave a run of six matches without victory, an unwanted feat last achieved in May 2019. ALSO READ: Ratcliffe makes brutal 'second Man United cut' after Ferguson decision ALSO READ: What Amass has said about Man United wait speaks volumes for Ten Hag in injury crisis To make matters worse, Ten Hag is almost certain to be without his first choice XI.
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