VIEW FROM THE STANDS

Last season was a huge disappointment. Confidence was high after we’d finished 2nd the season prior, and the homecoming of Cristiano Ronaldo. Everyone knows what happened afterwards... The big talking point is whether the Glazers will give Ten Hag the backing he needs. The gut feeling is no, but they have a history of sanctioning big deals when there’s no Champions League to boost the coffers. This season will be different

because it just can’t be any worse… can it?

Our key player will be Ronaldo, even at 37 and assuming he stays. The man is a phenomenon – if he can manage 18 league goals in a team that downed tools, what can he do if everyone else is on form? I won’t be happy unless

United win a trophy. Any trophy will do. The Europa League represents a realistic opportunity and could be a back- door option into the Champions League. Our most underrated

player is Harry Maguire. He became our scapegoat when there were perhaps only two players who could hold their heads up high. He’s a very good defender on his day.

The opposition player who grinds my gears is Mo Salah. An exceptional footballer. For Liverpool. With a nasty habit of scoring against us. The fans’ opinion of the

gaffer is high. Ten Hag talks the talk and walks the walk. He could bring silverware back to Old Trafford. The player I’d happily drive

to another club is Anthony Martial. He needs a move to resurrect his career.

The one change I’d make

would be the owners. Every single Manchester United fan would say this. We’ll finish An optimistic 3rd. Realistically, 5th.