Manchester United manager Erik Ten Hag is finding an edge amid a dismal season

Although it has been a season to forget for Manchester United, manager Erik ten Hag said he has maintained a positive outlook as he sees the potential in his players and understands the reasons behind their struggles.

Manchester United’s potential was on display during an entertaining 3-2 Premier League win over Newcastle United on Wednesday as three of the team’s youngest players — Kobbie Mainoo (19), Amad Diallo (21) and Rasmus Hojlund (21) — scored.

“I see the positives, I see this team developing, I know the reasons why we’re not performing,” Ten Hag said. “No team will perform when the entire back four is unavailable (due to injury) throughout the season.