Ten Hag then takes his side to Aston Villa at the weekend where another setback in front of the Sky cameras could leave Manchester United around ten points off the top-four places after just seven games.

Gareth Southgate is a more attacking coach than given credit for and his experience on the elite stage makes him a worthy candidate should Erik ten Hag be sacked

United were already down 1-0 and struggling in the match before their skipper was sent for an early bath, prompting more questions over whether Ten Hag is the right head coach to lead them into the future.