Mauricio Pochettino and Harry Kane or Erik ten Hag and Ryan Gravenberch? No, this wasn't some rather elaborate football-themed Royal Rumble. Manchester United had a straight choice to make in the dugout. On the other hand, in the market, their impending selection might not be so simple - or desirable.
It was supposed to be a season for progression at Old Trafford and beyond. Alas, that could subsequently be billed as regression, at best, when it comes to sorting out packaging for the annual DVD review.
A swift move to the bargain bin will be in the offing, there. This really has been a trudge for dedicated match-goers and those who, simultaneously, observe from afar on TV or social media.
