The defeat and injury concerns have certainly cast a shadow, but Jadon Sancho’s public response to Erik ten Hag’s training comments has caused quite a stir among the fan base. Despite the Saudi transfer window closing, Sancho remains a Manchester United player.
Meanwhile, Antony’s return from the international break has been delayed due to allegations of abusive behavior towards women, allegations he vehemently denies. He was dropped from the Brazil national team last week.
United is eagerly looking forward to getting back on the pitch after a lackluster start to the season. The team has collected just six points from their first four games, placing them 11th in the Premier League table.
A strong performance against Brighton in their first game back is imperative. Here’s what a perfect week would look like for Erik ten Hag ahead of Saturday.
1. Sancho Resolution: Regardless of who is right or wrong, this sticky situation needs a swift resolution. Sancho remains part of United’s squad, and it’s crucial for manager Ten Hag to handle this matter efficiently. Sancho’s talent is undeniable, as demonstrated during his time in Germany, and he could still contribute. Ideally, Sancho and Ten Hag would reconcile privately, and Sancho would focus on training and making the squad for the Brighton match. However, this may be easier said than done, as both parties appear to be standing their ground.
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2. Injury Boosts: There’s some positive news on the injury front. Lisandro Martinez is back in full training with Argentina after missing their first match of the break due to a foot injury sustained against Arsenal. Rasmus Hojlund has made two substitute appearances for Denmark without any issues following his United debut, which was delayed due to a back problem. The situation with Sofyan Amrabat is less clear, as he withdrew from the Morocco squad as a precaution for an unspecified issue. Hopefully, there won’t be further complications, and Amrabat can make his debut against Brighton. While he may start on the bench, integrating with the team this week is crucial, especially with the Champions League on the horizon. Anything more than a two-game absence would be concerning.
3. Collecting Nine Points: Facing Brighton after a break is a challenging task. The Seagulls, who have amassed nine points, will soon embark on their European journey in the Europa League. This Saturday’s game is an opportunity for United to showcase their progress under Ten Hag. After suffering a defeat to Brighton on the opening day of the previous season, the Reds aim for redemption. With returning players and a desire to avert another loss, United hopes to secure a victory. Perhaps fans will witness Rasmus Hojlund making his Old Trafford debut with a memorable goal.
A perfect week for Erik ten Hag would involve resolving the Sancho situation, welcoming back recovering players, and securing all three points against Brighton to continue their climb up the Premier League table.
