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Ten Hag reacts to suggestions Raphael Varane could leave Manchester United
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag was asked to shed light on Raphael Varane’s situation at Old Trafford ahead of his side’s trip to Everton. The Frenchman is no longer the Dutch coach’s preferred centre-back, having only mustered four Premier League starts so far this season. Jonny Evans, 35, has started five league games, while…
Read MoreErik ten Hag gets encouraging update ahead of Everton trip
Erik ten Hag is set to head into the festive round of fixtures with a much stronger squad following the return of Luke Shaw, who could prove to be a huge upgrade on current options in more than one position. The technically sound Englishman was a crucial cog in his side’s build-up play as well…
Read MoreBayern Munich interested in Raphael Varane ahead of January window
Raphael Varane might’ve lost his place to Harry Maguire in Erik ten Hag’s starting lineup, but he’s still attracting interest from European giants Bayern Munich. The Frenchman has only started four Premier League games this term. Earlier in the season, his absence was due to his injury struggles, but lately, Ten Hag has opted to…
Read MoreHow Varane has reacted to Ten Hag’s decision to drop him for Evans and Maguire
Raphael Varane has taken Erik ten Hag’s decision to drop him from the starting XI a lot better than many would’ve expected. Manchester United’s position in their Champions League group – 4th with just one win in four games – won’t show it but they are the most in-form team in the Premier League, having…
Read MoreManchester United could sell Antony, Sancho and Martial in January
Manchester United are reportedly planning to “dump” Antony, Jadon Sancho, and Anthony Martial in the January transfer window. Sir Jim Ratcliffe is edging closer to formally getting a deal to acquire a 25 percent stake in United over the line. He’s expected to take charge of the Red Devils’ football operations and could make his…
Read More“I feel sorry for them” – Marcel Sabitzer talks about Manchester United’s struggles
Marcel Sabitzer saw issues at Manchester United first-hand during his short-term loan spell. Now at Borussia Dortmund, the midfielder has taken time to talk about his former club’s poor start to the new season. Bruno Fernandes’ late heroic winner at Fulham handed Erik ten Hag a moment of relief. However, a failure to get anything…
Read MoreRaphael Varane unhappy with what happened against Manchester City
Erik ten Hag continues to struggle to steady the ship at Manchester United, who suffered their eighth defeat of the season during the mid-week in just their 15th game of the season in all competition. This is now their worst start since the 1962/63 season. The 3-0 humbling from Newcastle in the League Cup further…
Read More“I don’t have a comment” – How Ten Hag reacted to penalty decision in 3-0 derby defeat
Manchester United were condemned to another derby humiliation, as they conceded three goals to Manchester City without any real fight at the opposite end. The visitors yet again underlined the sheer gulf in class between the two sides, but Erik ten Hag’s post-match comment suggests a single moment changed the game in Pep Guardiola’s side’s…
Read More‘He’s an exceptional player’ – Guardiola singles out struggling Man United star for praise
Andre Onana might’ve bought himself a few days of relief after his heroic stoppage-time penalty save against Copenhagen in the Champions League. With Manchester City next in line at Old Trafford, the Cameroonian goalkeeper would’ve to deliver another solid performance and then some this weekend to ensure the mood remains bright on the red side…
Read MoreFormer Chelsea manager could replace Ten Hag at Manchester United under Sir Jim Ratcliffe
Napoli could face competition from Manchester United for Graham Potter’s signature, as the defending Serie A Champions explore options to replace Rudi Garcia. The Naples-based outfit, who won the title under Lucian Spalletti have had a slow start to the new campaign under Garcia, having won just five of their first nine league games. According…
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