Ruud van Nistelrooy basks in the spotlight as Manchester United's future remains uncertain A commanding victory over Leicester has lifted spirits at Manchester United following the dismissal of Erik ten Hag, but the challenges ahead for the next permanent manager are significant. In the final weeks of Ten Hag's tenure, he often lamented a lack of luck, and it seems there may have been some truth to his claims. While VAR decisions went against United in their match against West Ham, they were notably absent in their favor against Leicester, and the team benefited from fortunate deflections and the woodwork. Although luck was on their side this time, the club remains in a state of uncertainty and needs a clear direction moving forward. It had become increasingly evident that a change was necessary to rejuvenate the atmosphere at Old Trafford. The fans had sensed for a while that Ten Hag's approach was not yielding the desired results; even when the team managed to secure wins, they felt more like temporary fixes rather than solutions to deeper issues. However, the victory over Leicester provided a much-needed respite. As the club navigates this transitional period, the experience of having a club legend step in to revitalize the team is not new. The crowd had long been aware that things were not functioning as they should under Ten Hag, and while the recent win may have alleviated some immediate concerns, the path ahead remains fraught with challenges.

How robust is the Manchester United squad that a new manager will take over? Currently, only a few players at Old Trafford would likely make the cut for selection at Manchester City. Following Erik ten Hag's departure, the focus shifts to the players who remain—many of whom are earning substantial salaries while posting emotional farewells to their former manager on social media. This situation is unlikely to change, but to assess the accountability of the squad for Ten Hag's dismissal, one can pose a straightforward question: how many of the players left behind by the fifth manager since Sir Alex Ferguson would Pep Guardiola consider for his elite Manchester City lineup? As United finds itself languishing in 14th place in the Premier League and 21st in the Europa League, the need for a thorough evaluation of the squad's quality and potential is more pressing than ever.