Ten Hag has instructed a Manchester United player to get ready to leave the club after recording fewer touches than the goalkeeper in the last game.

In a dramatic showdown at Old Trafford on Saturday, Fulham clinched a thrilling 2-1 victory over Manchester United, courtesy of Alex Iwobi’s late goal in stoppage time.

The visitors took the lead in the 65th minute with Calvin Bassey’s goal, only for United to level the score through Harry Maguire later in the game.

Iwobi’s last-minute strike ultimately sealed the win for Fulham, leaving Manchester United trailing by eight points behind fourth-placed Aston Villa.

Reflecting on the match, Maguire admitted that he could have prevented Fulham’s winning goal.

Despite being cautioned, Maguire had the chance to foul Adama Traore before Iwobi’s goal, a move that would have been tactical but potentially crucial in avoiding defeat.

Maguire acknowledged the setback caused by Casemiro’s early exit in the second half, disrupting United’s flow.

He described Fulham’s goal as soft and attributed it to vulnerabilities in defending set-pieces, an issue they were aware of but failed to address effectively.

Despite conceding, Maguire highlighted the team’s resilience and determination to stage a comeback, ultimately securing the equalizer.

He conceded that United’s eagerness to press forward in search of a winner left them vulnerable defensively, allowing Fulham to exploit gaps on the counter-attack.

Looking back, Maguire recognized the potential advantage of committing a tactical foul to halt Fulham’s momentum, even though it would have led to a suspension for the subsequent match.

He admitted to some lapses in their approach and acknowledged the need for improvement in decision-making and game management.

Despite the defeat, Maguire commended the team’s response to falling behind and their commitment to battle until the final whistle.

He emphasized the importance of learning from the experience and identifying areas for improvement in future matches.