Former Chelsea star, Chris Sutton has hit out at Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag, saying the Dutchman is ‘deluded’ after his comments following the Manchester derby.
Sutton also suggested that Ten Hag has no future with the Red Devils beyond this season.
Recall that a brace from Phil Foden and one goal from Erling Haaland ensured Man City defeated United at Etihad on Sunday, as Marcus Rashford’s stunning goal was not enough.
Speaking at his post-match, Ten Hag hailed his side’s performance as he claimed they defended ‘brilliantly’ and could have won the game against Pep Guardiola’s side.
However, Sutton was not pleased with Ten Hag’s comments.
He said on Mail Sport’s It’s All Kicking Off podcast: “Erik ten Hag is deluded.
“I think Man United have done a full circle under him. His first Manchester derby, they lost 6-3 and I predicted a cricket score that day and I went for that again yesterday.
“Man City are so far ahead of Man United [but] the biggest concern – and I appreciate managers having to put a positive spin on things – is listening to Ten Hag saying things like “we are progressing, that was a good performance”.
“If I were a Man United fan, I would really be questioning what the manager is saying and the way the team are playing.
“The truth is, I don’t think anyone sees a future for Erik ten Hag [at United] beyond this season.”