Former Tottenham manager Harry Redknapp is backing Manchester United to secure a narrow win when they face Brentford this weekend.

Speaking to football betting site BetVictor, Redknapp said that the Red Devils need a victory to take the pressure off their manager:

“This is a huge game for Manchester United. The pressure around Erik ten Hag seems to have quietened at the minute but more dropped points here would be a disaster. With a trip to Turkey to face Jose Mourinho and Fenerbahce looming, it’s going to be a big week for the club.

“Brentford are quietly having another decent season. They scored five in their win over Wolves and are always a threat. They win the games they should win and are always awkward when they face the top sides, this could be tricky for United, particularly if Brentford score in the first minute again!”

“I think this will be a nervy one at Old Trafford. I think they’ll win, but there won’t be much in it, and it could be a late winner.”

What score has Redknapp predicted?

The 77-year-old has gone with a 2-1 win to United, which is a result that most fans will take, especially considering the injury problems that Erik ten Hag’s side have heading into the game.

It has been confirmed that Kobbie Mainoo and Mason Mount will be absent for the fixture, along with Luke Shaw, Harry Maguire, Noussair Mazraoui, Leny Yoro and potentially Manuel Ugarte.

Alejandro Garnacho and Amad Diallo are, however, expected to be available having recovered from their respective fitness issues.

How close are United to sacking ten Hag?

Redknapp seems to suggest that the manager needs a run of wins to keep his job. The fact that the club didn’t part ways with ten Hag during the last international break does indicate that he will be given more time.

A slip-up against Brentford, though, will certainly not help his cause so any sort of win will do for the Dutchman.

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