Manchester United’s 7-0 thrashing at Liverpool will not alter Erik ten Hag’s transfer plans but the manager has challenged his players to show grit and determination to rebound swiftly from their Anfield humiliation.
Thursday night’s 4-1 Europa League last-16 first-leg win against Real Betis was the first step in banishing the immediate memory of the trip to Anfield.
Beating Southampton on Sunday would ensure their challenge to secure a Champions League berth was on track. “No, it can’t change after one game,” Ten Hag said of the club’s recruitment plans.
Work is going on in the background at United, who are interested in Jude Bellingham, Mason Mount and Harry Kane as they look to build on an impressive first season under the Dutchman. “We go from game to game,” Ten Hag said. “We are not looking over our shoulders.