Erik ten Hag has lost 50 per cent of Manchester United dressing room – reports 

Strong reports suggest that Erik ten Hag is facing challenges at Manchester United, having lost the support of half the dressing room due to his style of management. The Red Devils recently suffered their 10th defeat of the season against Newcastle, placing them 7th in the table, five points away from the top four.

With the team also struggling at the bottom of Group A in the Champions League, needing a win against Bayern Munich for a chance at the knockout stages, the pressure on the Dutchman is growing. Sky Sports yesterday reported that players are dissatisfied with Ten Hag’s style of play, feeling that training is excessively demanding and there is confusion about the purpose of demanding running sessions.

Senior players have reportedly expressed concerns to Ten Hag, drawing from their experiences at previous clubs and suggesting improvements in his man-management approach. ESPN adds that Ten Hag is now in a battle to maintain the support of key players in the crucial weeks ahead.

Sky Sports News understands Erik ten Hag's management style has seen him lose the support of as much as half of the Manchester United dressing room 🔴👔 pic.twitter.com/FjKOycDRfX

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Following the loss to the Magpies, a group within the first-team squad is said to be growing disillusioned. While some players continue to support Ten Hag and his staff, there are worries within the club about a potential further decline in the mood inside the dressing room. ESPN highlights concerns about Ten Hag's training methods, describing them as intense since the preseason tour of the United States, and criticises what is seen as risky tactics leaving the team vulnerable.

Despite the challenges, Ten Hag has publicly backed his players amidst their poor performances this season.