I don't see manchester united as a candidate to win the europa league, given the bad form of manchester united i don't see them reaching the final and being champions, there are still great teams like arsenal, barcelona, juventus and so many others that have a better chance of winning the europe league, we'll see how manchester united will do against barcelona, they've been betting a lot on having good defense, but in these friendly games manchester united didn't do well in defense maybe it's because their main players were in the world cup, maybe be a good argument to justify these bad results. but I don't particularly see manchester united as a team that will reach the final of the europe league
If Manchester United has any desire to target the Europa League, Ten Hag's men have that opportunity. however, the road facing United first was toppling Barcelona. yes, Ten Hag must make sure his troops overthrow Barcelona first. the reason is, the Europa League playoffs still have a long time lag for United. that way, United still have plenty of opportunities to improve their troops. I'm sure, Ten Hag is a coach who will bring United even better after Ferguson left. United's only problem at the moment is not having a real striker. Game-wise, Manchester United is on the right track. it's just that, Ten Hag still needs his troops to be able to compete at various levels of competition.
Yes, Arsenal is a strong candidate. however, trouble came to the Gunners after one of their strikers was confirmed absent due to injury. As for Barcelona, at least Xavi's troop squad must first prove a win in the playoffs. that way, they have the opportunity to compete for the Europa League trophy.