Erik ten Hag Discusses Manchester United’s New Season
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag spoke to the media in Norway after securing his position following an end-of-season review. Arriving at Lerkendal Stadion, Ten Hag greeted the press before diving into a discussion about the upcoming season.
While small talk isn’t Ten Hag’s forte, he opened up about his summer, confirming he was still in Ibiza when he learned his job was secure.
His focus remained on the business at hand, highlighting the importance of this media appearance amidst a young squad in a low-key pre-season friendly.
Ten Hag addressed criticism directed at the team, including his own responsibilities, and hinted at concerns about the physical conditioning of some players. He defended his record, reminding everyone of the two trophies he secured in his first two seasons—an achievement only Manchester City can match. When asked about expectations for the new campaign, he pointed to the trophies as a foundation for optimism.
The manager expressed positivity about the club’s new structure and his relationship with sporting director Dan Ashworth, although he cautioned against expecting immediate fixes to longstanding issues.
The conversation turned tense when Jadon Sancho’s situation was raised. Ten Hag’s responses were notably curt, indicating a lack of warmth toward the winger. His repeated use of the phrase “we draw the line” suggested that while there may be a truce, the relationship will require significant effort from Sancho moving forward.
In closing, Ten Hag reiterated his commitment to the club and the importance of reminding everyone of past successes as they embark on a new season. After a brief exchange, he left to prepare for the team’s upcoming challenges, embodying the mix of continuity and change at Manchester United.
Erik ten Hag Discusses Manchester United’s New Season
