"But United should do everything they can to get the Argentine in now, negating the need for an interim. If Pochettino wants it, why wait? The season needs saving. However, Van Gerwen responded on Twitter, saying: "Angry and disappointed that I didn't win tonight. The fans were phenomenal in Leicester tonight. He tweeted: "Amid the rumours, I'm telling you that I'm following the indications of the club's doctors, undergoing tests and treatment and seeing my progress within 90 days. Always positive!" World No 1 Gerwyn Price has opted against playing in the opening two matches of Super Series 7 in Barnsley while Matchplay champion Peter Wright was beaten by Peter Jacques in the second round and Michael van Gerwen, the world No 3, continues his search for a first ranking title since the Players Championship Finals last November.