Erik ten Hag tells Sky Sports he is “sure we’re in the right direction” despite Man Utd falling further behind in chase for Champions League qualification; watch Manchester United vs Liverpool live on Sky Sports on Sunday, kick-off 3.30pm

A defiant Erik ten Hag has insisted he has “no doubts” he will still be Manchester United’s manager next season ahead of Sunday’s headline clash with Liverpool, live on Sky Sports.

The United boss, who said a week ago that he “does not care” about speculation linking United with England coach Gareth Southgate, has reiterated in the wake of Thursday’s shattering defeat at Chelsea he still expects to remain at Old Trafford next season.

“I don’t have any doubts,” Ten Hag told Sky Sports. “I’m just focusing on my job, focusing on this process, in this project. I really love to be here, I’m enjoying it. For me it’s a challenge.”