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Five of Manchester United's biggest problems... and why they can't solve them

There are more desperate times ahead for the biggest club in England, with results in a tail-spin and no long-term planning in place off the field

Manchester United are in dire straits. The derby defeat to Manchester City made it seven defeats in nine, with performances under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer at an all-time low .

Ther e will be no silverware, with Champions League elimination following an FA Cup exit, while there is little chance of United making it back to the group stages in Europe next season given their current horrendous form .