Old Trafford stayed behind the team on Sunday as Man Utd were beaten 3-0 by Tottenham and while most fans now accept Erik ten Hag's days might be numbered, there is a reason they retain respect for him.

Erik ten Hag has been accused of lacking “passion” by former Manchester United coach Benni McCarthy, who admitted it was “not easy” to work under the Dutchman’s leadership at Old Trafford.

Out-of-form Manchester United have made their joint-worst start in the Premier League era, collecting just seven points from six games and scoring a mere five goals.