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Erik ten Hag blames his STRIKERS for Man United's early season struggles as he points to one key stat (which is wrong!) - but the Dutchman insists his current forwards CAN become killers in the box

Under-fire Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag believes their difficult start to the season has been caused by their failure to take their chances, as he called on his forwards to become killers in the box.

Ten Hag's side face a crucial week starting with an away match against Porto on Thursday night, before travelling to Aston Villa on Sunday.

The Dutchman is facing mounting pressure after the Red Devils suffered a dismal 3-0 home defeat to Tottenham on Sunday.

The result leaves Man United lying 13th in the Premier League with seven points from six games.