Following Manchester United’s devastating 3-0 loss to Tottenham Hotspur at Old Trafford, fans are calling for manager Erik ten Hag’s dismissal. Amid the chaos, one name that has resurfaced is that of Cristiano Ronaldo, whose departure from the club last year remains a hot topic among supporters. As frustration mounts within the fanbase, Ronaldo himself has shared his thoughts on the club’s current state.

Tottenham dominated United in what turned out to be a humbling display for the Red Devils. Goals from Brennan Johnson, Dejan Kulusevski, and Dominic Solanke left United reeling and further intensified scrutiny on Ten Hag’s leadership.

Reflecting on his former club’s situation, Cristiano Ronaldo expressed his sadness. “It hurts to see Manchester United struggle like this,” Ronaldo said in an interview after the match. “This is a club with great history, but there’s been instability and it shows on the pitch. I know the fans deserve better.”

The defeat has sparked outrage on social media, with fans drawing attention to Ten Hag’s conflicts with players, including the much-publicized fallout with Ronaldo last season that led to the Portuguese star’s exit to Al Nassr. “We had our differences, but at the end of the day, I want nothing but success for United. They need strong leadership now more than ever,” Ronaldo added.

Meanwhile, United’s poor run of form this season has led supporters to question Ten Hag’s tactics and decision-making, further fueling the #TenHagOut trend on social platforms. Many have also compared the manager’s handling of Jadon Sancho and referenced the impact Enzo Maresca has had at Chelsea, reinvigorating his squad.

As Manchester United looks to regain control of their season, all eyes will be on Erik ten Hag and whether the manager can navigate the growing turmoil. Ronaldo’s comments only emphasize the pressure to revive the once-dominant club.