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Former footballer and renowned expert Paul Merson has expressed his belief that Manchester United’s hopes of clinching the Premier League title this season have already been off. Merson’s verdict comes in the wake of a bad and poor start to the campaign for the Red Devils, who find themselves arch-rivals Manchester City by a huge nine-point margin after just five games.
Manchester United’s season has been marked by inconsistency, with a record of three losses and two wins from their opening fixtures. This poor form has seen them fall behind not only City but also other early pace-setters in the league. For fans and observers, it has raised questions about United’s ability to mount a serious title challenge.
Paul Merson, a well-respected figure in the world of football analysis, said words in which he declared that it’s “over for United” in terms of their title aspirations. His statement reflects the concern and frustration felt by many supporters who had high hopes for the team this season.