Paul Merson hits out at Manchester United ‘arrogance’ after new reveal v Tottenham
Tottenham are set to face Manchester United in the Europa League final, and tension is already building ahead of their trip to Bilbao.
Man United and Spurs both know their entire seasons rests on this one game, with the pair next to each other just above the relegation zone in the table.
While the Europa League would be Man United’s third trophy in three seasons despite their struggles in recent years, it would be Tottenham’s first since 2008.
This has become clear in the prepared celebrations of each team in advance of a potential victory, and former Arsenal star Paul Merson has now slammed Man United following their latest decision.
Merson slams Man United ahead of Europa League final
It has been revealed that should United beat Spurs in the final, they will not hold a bus parade to celebrate, but will instead host a barbecue at their training ground.
While the nature of their poor season means that they are unlikely to heavily celebrate this trophy, Merson has now accused them of being arrogant ahead of facing Tottenham.
“The trophies do not come thick and fast,” Merson stated on Sky Sports News (14 May).
“Man Utd are a million miles off. Enjoy it (trophies) while you can.
| Position | Club | Points |
| 16th | Manchester United | 39 |
| 17th | Tottenham Hotspur | 38 |
| 18th | Ipswich Town | 22 |
| 19th | Leicester City | 22 |
| 20th | Southampton | 12 |
“For me, it’s a bit of arrogance. Winning trophies was the past, so enjoy the present. Who says they win another one for 15 years?
“Now they’re going to have a barbecue, think of the fans! They’ll let you know when the parade is on, whether it was right to do. Do not leave the fans out, because it is about the fans.
“I would want a parade. They could win a trophy and if they win it, they have won more than Arsenal. Arsenal would love to have a parade. It is hard to win trophies, so do not underestimate winning one. It is difficult.”
Europa League trophy would mean more to Tottenham
The upcoming final is equally important for both teams in terms of their ambitions for next season, European qualification and finances, but in terms of status, a victory would mean a lot more to Tottenham.
Spurs have not won any major trophy since 2008, and last won the UEFA Cup in 1984. Despite the dismal domestic campaign, fans would be delighted to see Tottenham win in Bilbao.
If Ange Postecoglou’s side triumph in Spain, then Tottenham fans will gather in numbers for a parade, while United would merely take the trophy as salvation for their campaign.