Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has admitted that his team is still in the process of building its squad and lacks the depth of many of its Premier League rivals. Ten Hag attributed last season’s disappointing eighth-placed finish to a string of injuries that plagued the team. Despite the club’s FA Cup victory, which seemingly saved his job, Ten Hag acknowledged the need for further strengthening of the team’s depth. He highlighted the constant injuries, particularly in the defense, which severely impacted the team’s performance last season.
Ten Hag emphasized that the rebuilding process is ongoing. He compared United’s squad to other top Premier League clubs and admitted that they are lacking in depth. This, he believes, explains the team’s struggles to cope with injuries. The manager’s position looked precarious towards the end of last season, but the FA Cup final victory against Manchester City seemed to secure his job. He emphasized that maintaining belief in the team was crucial during the turbulent period leading up to the final.
Ten Hag, however, remains pragmatic about his future at the club. He stated that he would be willing to leave if the club found a better manager. He admitted that the grueling season had left him exhausted, both physically and mentally. The manager expressed his disappointment with the team’s performance and the impact it had on the players and the club’s staff.
Ten Hag, however, remains optimistic about the future, emphasizing the importance of establishing strong structures, fostering teamwork, and maintaining good relationships with players. He believes that these factors will contribute to the team’s improvement in the coming seasons.
