Erik ten Hag’s challenge to Manchester United squad as Harry Maguire role outlined after Sevilla loss

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Here are your Manchester United evening headlines for Friday, April 23. Ten Hag sends message to Manchester United players after Sevilla defeat Erik ten Hag has challenged his players to prove they belong at Manchester United over the final weeks of the season after a disastrous defeat to Sevilla wrecked their European hopes.

United were beaten 3-0 in the second leg of the Europa League quarter-final and Ten Hag slammed the performance as "unacceptable".

The Reds must now bounce back at short notice ahead of Sunday's FA Cup semi-final against Brighton at Wembley and with Ten Hag keen to raise funds by selling players this summer, there are some in the squad who will be fighting for their future. READ MORE: Sabitzer explains why he likes working under Erik ten Hag Up to 15 players could be made available this summer and Ten Hag has questioned the desire and mentality of his squad at times this season, but with plenty still to play for he has called for his players to step up between now and the end of the campaign. Read what he said here >>> Ten Hag details Harry Maguire role in Manchester United squad Erik ten Hag has hailed Harry Maguire as a "leader" and insists he plays an important role for the club on and off the pitch, despite adding another mistake to his rap sheet during Manchester United's defeat in Seville on Thursday.

The United captain is suspended for this weekend's FA Cup semi-final against Brighton after collecting his second booking in the competition during the quarter-final success against Fulham.