In Sunday’s crucial FA Cup quarterfinal, Erik ten Hag is excited about the task of defeating Liverpool as Manchester United attempts to save its season.

When Jurgen Klopp makes his farewell trip to Old Trafford as Reds manager, all eyes will be on him as he takes on a team hoping to salvage their last chance at winning a championship.

Liverpool, who have already won the Carabao Cup, would love to inflict further suffering on United, who are hoping to save their season from collapsing due to injuries.

Ten Hag’s team would benefit much from a Wembley semi-final before resuming their efforts to climb the Premier League and elude Champions League qualifying.

When asked whether he believes his players would keep the season alive for him in the next weeks, Ten Hag said, gesturing to the group, “I think we have to save the season.”

“Yet we are aware that we need to make up ground in the Premier League, but this is our chance to take home the hardware. We have three crucial games left to win, but we have to play our best because the FA Cup is our only chance.

“Sunday is a test for us, but we enjoy challenges and tests, and we can be somewhat relaxed because we have confidence in ourselves.” But we need to demonstrate (that) on Sunday.

In the midst of intense scrutiny as ambitious new co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe and Ineos consider how best to lead United back to the top, Ten Hag talked with poise and assurance.

In his first season in command, the Dutchman finished third in the Premier League, won the Carabao Cup, and advanced to the FA Cup final. However, as things have gone wrong this season, pressure has grown.

United was eliminated from Europe before Christmas and has a difficult road to Champions League qualifying, but hardships may strengthen their determination.

Ten Hag said, “So, obviously, it’s about sticking together.” “You need to come together and face it head-on so that we are always in agreement.” You are aware that there will always be noise in the Manchester United area.

“Remain focused on it and let’s know where we’re heading as a group. What project is it? What is the procedure, though?

“So everyone understands why we are where we are and what we can do to change it? The mindset is to constantly do your most. Deliver each day, and eventually you will reach your objectives and aspirations.

Mason Mount, a summer acquisition, is allegedly joining Harry Maguire, Rasmus Hojlund, and Aaron Wan-Bissaka in strengthening United’s lineup for Sunday after they resumed training this week.

Before he moved from Chelsea to Old Trafford, where he has had a difficult start to life and has missed the previous four months due to a calf ailment, Liverpool was also considering the England international.

Ten Hag said, “I’m convinced he will be (a key player).” He was unable to substantiate this claim. He will, however, be a fantastic player for Manchester United.

“Having a player of his caliber in the middle and not being able to play him is really unfortunate and disappointing, not only for him but also for us.”

“As everyone is aware, he has had three injuries, therefore he was unable to establish a rhythm. However, I have no doubt that he will help Manchester United succeed once he is well and able to play and find his rhythm.