Manchester United and Tottenham are struggling for consistency again, the article reports.

The Athletic asked why it remains so hard to fix both historic Premier League clubs.

Heavy spending and repeated managerial changes have not delivered stable form.

Analysts point to defensive frailties and inconsistency in high-stakes matches.

Squad depth issues keep frustrating both coaching staffs week after week.

Media speculation about possible managerial replacements is already circulating widely.

Upcoming fixtures, including United versus Spurs, will test both sides quickly.

Fans and executives will judge whether incremental progress appears this month.

Read the full article for more details on United and Tottenham's struggles.