Erik ten Hag makes future claim at Manchester United after top-class performance against West Ham
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag radiates optimism about the future of the club, placing his unwavering confidence in the potential of rising stars Kobbie Mainoo, Alejandro Garnacho, and Rasmus Hojlund. Following a commanding 3-0 victory over West Ham United, ten Hag took the opportunity to laud the trio, recognizing their contributions and highlighting the positive trajectory the team is currently on.
Hojlund, celebrating his 21st birthday in style, initiated the scoring for Manchester United with a display of skill that saw him deftly navigate past Nayef Aguerd on the edge of the box before clinically slotting the ball into the bottom corner. This marked the young Dane’s fourth consecutive league game finding the back of the net, elevating his debut season tally to an impressive 10 goals. Garnacho, in turn, played a pivotal role in the victory by notching two goals, doubling United’s lead in the second half and calmly finishing a chance late in the game.
The manager’s upbeat assessment of the team’s recent performances extends beyond individual brilliance to encompass the collective potential of Manchester United. This sentiment was particularly evident in the dramatic last-minute triumph over Wolves, where Mainoo showcased his talent by curling home a superb winner in Fergie Time.
Here is what ETH had to say about the future of United with Hojlund, Garnacho and Mainoo at the centre of proceedings (h/t Metro):
“The future for Manchester United is very good because we have high potentials,”
“They are together and want to play football with adventure and enjoyment. If we keep this process going I am sure we will achieve high levels.”
“We are building a team, we signed young players, and we give them opportunities.”
“This is a process with ups and downs and we have to realise this. Our experienced players will help them and we need them and they will help the young players perform.”
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Ten Hag highlighted the positive characteristics of the emerging talents, highlighting their shared desire to play football with a sense of adventure and enjoyment. This collective mindset, coupled with ongoing opportunities for young players, forms the foundation of the manager’s optimistic outlook.
The belief in a bright future remains underpinned by the current developmental process, where the team stands strategically built with a blend of experienced campaigners and emerging talents. Acknowledging the inherent ups and downs in the developmental journey, ten Hag underscored the crucial role of experienced players in providing guidance and support to the younger generation.
More than consistency from the bunch of youngsters, we will need patience. Only if the higher-ups give both, the player and the manager time can their actual potential be realised to the best of the players’ abilities.
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In essence, the manager’s assessment of Manchester United’s future signifies a strong belief in the untapped potential of young talents like Mainoo, Garnacho, and Hojlund. The manager’s emphasis on creating a cohesive team, offering ample opportunities for the development of young players, and navigating the developmental process with a balanced blend of experience and youth sets a promising course for the club’s aspirations to achieve significant success in the years to come.
