Erik ten Hag: Man Utd Boss Confident Despite Tough Start to Premier League

Manchester United's Struggles: Ten Hag's Determination for Success

In the wake of Manchester United's disappointing 3-0 defeat against Tottenham Hotspur, manager Erik ten Hag remains adamant that the team will overcome its challenges and achieve a successful season.

Support from the Board Despite Defeat

Despite the embarrassing performance, United's leadership has shown their continued support for Ten Hag. They believe in his strategy and leadership capabilities. "We are going to make a success from the season," Ten Hag stated in an interview with Sky Sports. He added, "Nothing is easy, but this is nothing for me to panic about. We can sort [the problems] out. This team can sort this out.”

Upcoming Challenges

The pressure is mounting as Manchester United faces crucial matches against Porto and Aston Villa this week. Ten Hag acknowledges the need for immediate improvement, especially after last season's dismal performance where the team finished eighth in the Premier League.

Building Trust and Commitment

Throughout the summer, Ten Hag was under scrutiny with potential candidates considered for his role. However, he emphasized the trust and commitment between himself, the leadership team, and the club's ownership. "We created a togetherness in the summer with the ownership and the leadership. We made this agreement, and we were all behind it," he explained.

Focus on Youth and Transition

Ten Hag highlighted the importance of nurturing young talent during this transition period. He stated, "From the moment I came in, we knew we had to change. We had to replace some older players. Our choice was to bring young players in, and that takes time." Ensuring that players maintain their belief and commitment is pivotal as he works to instill a new culture.

Proven Success and Future Aspirations

Ten Hag’s tenure has already seen success with the club lifting the Carabao Cup and FA Cup, ending a six-year trophy drought. Despite the current struggles, he maintains a strong belief in his ability to lead the team back to success: "For a long period, we are in transition at Manchester United. I’ve proven in my career that I will always win. In the last six years, I have eight trophies."

Collective Responsibility and Strong Team Spirit

Commenting on the team's recent performance, former player Gary Neville called the display against Tottenham "the worst he has seen United play under Ten Hag." In response to the criticism, Ten Hag took collective responsibility, stating, "When the players have a bad performance, then I haven't done my job great because they didn't play as I expected them to do. We are there together and we have to fight together to get out of this."

Conclusion: The Path Forward

Despite external pressures and disappointing results, Ten Hag is confident that Manchester United's squad is ready to fight through adversity. "You see that spirit in this team; they want to fight for each other," he remarked. With the unwavering support from the fans and the club's management, the hope is that United can turn things around and achieve the success they are striving for.

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