Former Manchester United head coach Erik ten Hag has said this generation of professional footballers find criticism offensive and demotivating in direct contrast to players of his era.
Former Manchester United midfielder Roy Keane has claimed "talent is not enough" for club captain Bruno Fernandes, who he also believes is "not a fighter". Fernandes, 30, has arguably been the most successful signing of the post-Sir Alex Ferguson era and was handed the armband in July 2023 by ex-manager Erik ten Hag.
Erik ten Hag, in his first major interview since leaving Manchester United, highlighted generational differences in communication styles. He suggested that the direct approach effective with his generation is less suitable for modern players,
In his chat with SEG Stories' YouTube channel, Erik ten Hag does not discuss the detail around his time at Manchester United, what he thinks about Sir Jim Ratcliffe or the rationale behind some of the players he signed for instance.
Still looking for a job in Europe's top flight, former Manchester United coach Erik ten Hag's signing for a team might get blocked by a former rival in the Premier League.
Former Ajax and Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag has opened up on his next career steps, which could be away from football entirely.
Former Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has given a fascinating interview with the SEG Stories You Tube channel. He talks about his managerial philosophy rather than what went wrong at Old Trafford which led to his dismissal.
Ex- Manchester United first-team coach Benni McCarthy has revealed that Erik ten Hag had planned to stay as manager of the club “for the next 10 years”. The Dutchman was sacked in October with United having won just three of their opening nine league matches.
Erik ten Hag was sacked as Manchester United boss in October and one of his former coaches has revealed the Dutchman was planning to remain at Old Trafford "for the next 10 years"
Former Manchester United coach Benni McCarthy has opened up on working under Erik ten Hag at Old Trafford before leaving last summer.
Benni McCarthy has revealed Erik ten Hag wanted to be Manchester United manager for a decade, describing his former boss as an "unbelievable professional".McCarthy, 47, who was appointed as Kenya's new head coach this week,
Erik ten Hag's tenure as Manchester United manager quickly saw its promise drain away and there are clear parallels between his dismal reign and Ruben Amorim's current struggles