Erik ten Hag's future at Manchester United will be decided after the Crystal Palace incident, with the FA Cup final just weeks away.

Following their dismal start to the season—a 4-0 loss to Crystal Palace on Monday night—the Dutch manager faced criticism.

United has maintained, meanwhile, that no plans exist to fire the former Ajax coach before the season is out.

That's not changing in spite of the freak show at Selhurst Park.

With games against Arsenal, Newcastle, and Brighton left to come, their chances of making it to Europe through the league are in shambles.

Later this month, they have a frightening clash at Wembley against Pep Guardiola's team.

Michael Owen, a former United striker, demanded that Ten Hag step down right away and that former England manager Steve McClaren take over.

However, it's known that Sir Jim Ratcliffe, the new owner, has no intention of changing anything at the top before the campaign ends.

Ten Hag has consistently requested to be evaluated when his entire team is accessible, which hasn't happened too often this year.

However, they have shipped 81 goals this season, which is the most in over 50 years, as their play has drastically declined.

"Absolutely, I am the right manager to turn things around," stated Ten Hag on Monday night.

"If the appropriate players are available, we have a strong team." However, we have issues when nearly our whole backline is absent.

Owen, the former favorite of the Three Lions, thinks McClaren, rather than favorite Thomas Tuchel, is the man they already have on the payroll.

"I know it will change in the summer, but it needs to change now," Owen remarked. Too many major games are played. Football in Europe with a trophy up for grabs.

"They have a cup final and a few key games that might determine whether they play in Europe next season or not. You will eventually need to make a choice.

"Given the high stakes, I question whether the board should take immediate action and take a bold stand, even if it's only for four games."

When asked if there was a chance Owen might name McClaren interim manager till the rest of the season, he said, "Anything."