Jonny Evans has admitted that rumors surrounding the future of manager Erik ten Hag have been “on the mind” of Manchester United players.
The Red Devils are currently enduring their own the worst start in the Premier Leaguewith just eight points on the board from seven games so far, leaving them in 14th place.
With Man Utd only finishing eighth last season, there is now immense pressure on manager Ten Hag, who is surely only working on the back of EFL Cup and FA Cup wins in his first two seasons at charge
Although they were stout in attack, Man Utd can at least take heart from a solid defensive display against an in-form Aston Villa side on Sunday.
However, that result still leaves them five without a win in all competitions since their 7-0 thrashing of League One Barnsley in the EFL Cup in mid-September.
Erik ten Hag dispels rumors weighing on Man Utd players
Veteran defender Jonny Evans was a shock inclusion in United’s starting line-up on Sunday, however he acquitted himself well and was named man of the match by Sky Sports commentator Jamie Carragher.
Evans was asked after the game at Villa Park how United’s players feel about the rumors surrounding the Ten Hag’s future. The Northern Irishman admitted the speculation is taking its toll.
“It affects the players. It’s on our minds, too,” Evans admitted (road BBC sport). “I think the more experience I’ve gotten in my career, I’ve made sure to do everything I can to be ready and give everything I can to the team.”
That said, Evans was pleased with the “spirit” shown by his teammates in one of the most difficult destinations in the Premier League right now.
“That was the important thing to show the spirit to the team. Everyone competed as hard as they could. It’s a nice thing to see,” Evans added.
“You never have everyone available all season. It’s important that everyone who comes in is ready to go when they’re ready.”
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