Marcus Rashford has warned it will take time for Manchester United to fight for the Premier League and Champions League.
Erik ten Hag was appointed manager in the summer and he faced the challenge of transforming the club's fortunes. United recorded their lowest-ever Premier League points tally last season and Ten Hag admitted his first target was to finish in the top four.
Although there have been embarrassing defeats against Brighton, Brentford and Manchester City this term, United have made progress with Ten Hag in charge and the glimmers of his philosophy have become increasingly sustained.