The worse news Ten Hag could have received before the Manchester derby

Manchester United and Erik Ten Hag were excitedly about making it to the next round of the EFL Cup but that happiness seems to have been shortlived following new development and has dampened their mood heading into the Manchester derby.

The Red Devils calmly dispatched their opponent in the recent round of the EFL Cup and took their place in the semi-finals. Manchester United beat league 1 side, Charlton Athletic 3-0 with goals from Antony and a brace from Marcus Rashford.

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The win marked United's third in a row since the new year and set them in the right mood for the coming second leg Premier fixture of the Manchester derby at Old Trafford. The Red Devils lost heavily in the first leg at the Eithad.

It was a moment that fans had forgotten about but now recall as Erling Haaland tormented them with a hattrick and an assist in City's 6-3 win. The loss has been the catalyst to United's turnaround since then which has seen them build up an outstanding run.

What news did Ten Hag and United receive?

Following the latest reveal draw of the EFL Cup semifinals, Manchester United will be facing Nottingham Forest away from home with a familiar face looking to finally enact revenge on them. Manchester United sent Jesse Lingard packing in the summer after deciding not to renew his contract which sows the seed of revenge from the new Nottingham star to stop United's bid for a title this season.