Pundits give Erik ten Hag verdict amid reports Sir Jim Ratcliffe could make Manchester United change

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag watched his side record a priceless 1-0 win over FC Copenhagen in the Champions League at Old Trafford on Tuesday night, boosting their hopes of progressing to the last-16 of the competition.

After losing each of their opening two Group A fixtures United edged past the Danish giants courtesy of a dramatic penalty save from Andre Onana. The Cameroonian denied Jordan Larsson from the spot with the very last kick of the game, sparking jubilant scenes.

Harry Maguire had earlier headed United in front to help Ten Hag's troops secure a vitally important three points. They are currently third in Group A, one point behind second-placed Galatasaray at the halfway mark.

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United returned to the Champions League this season after securing a top four finish in the Premier League last term. That was viewed as a huge success for Ten Hag but despite the gradual progress made under his stewardship, there have been reports suggesting a change could be in the offing if Sir Jim Ratcliffe secures a 25 per cent stake in the club.

It was reported last week that he was targeting former Chelsea boss Graham Potter to possibly replace the Dutchman in the manager's hot-seat. It has been suggested that Ratcliffe will head up decisions made on football operations if he secures investment.

Amid those reports former United midfielder Paul Scholes threw his support behind Ten Hag. MEN Sport has had a look at what he and other pundits have said about the Dutchman and his future in relation to the prospect of a change in the club's hierarchy.

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