Ryan Babel reveals Ten Hag’s departure reasons from Man Utd
Former Liverpool winger Ryan Babel recently disclosed the key reasons behind Erik ten Hag’s departure from Manchester United earlier this season. Ten Hag, the former Ajax boss, had an impressive first season with the Red Devils, guiding them to an FA Cup final, League Cup victory, and a top-four finish in the Premier League. However, his tenure took a turn for the worse as he could only lead the team to an eighth-placed finish in the Premier League last term.
INEOS’s decision and Ten Hag’s struggles
During the summer, INEOS and the Man Utd hierarchy considered various candidates to replace Ten Hag but ultimately decided to retain him for the new season. Unfortunately, the Red Devils started the season poorly under Ten Hag’s leadership, winning only three of their first nine matches. Consequently, INEOS made the tough call to part ways with Ten Hag at the end of October, paving the way for Ruben Amorim to take over as manager.
Insights from Ryan Babel
In an interview with Instant Casino, Ryan Babel shared his perspective on Ten Hag’s time at Manchester United. Babel, who played under Ten Hag at Ajax, highlighted the challenges the Dutchman faced, particularly in the transfer market. According to Babel, Ten Hag’s inability to secure his top targets and the need to settle for alternatives impacted his ability to implement his preferred style of football at Man Utd.
Babel emphasized that while Ten Hag is a talented coach with a clear footballing vision, the demands of the Premier League differ significantly from those in the Dutch league. He suggested that Ten Hag’s unwavering commitment to his tactics without a viable backup plan contributed to his downfall at Manchester United.
Ten Hag’s resilience and future prospects
Despite the setback at Man Utd, Babel expressed confidence in Ten Hag’s resilience and determination to bounce back. He believes that Ten Hag will seek another opportunity to prove himself in management and showcase his coaching abilities once again. Babel’s insights shed light on the complexities of managing a top-tier Premier League club and the challenges faced by even experienced coaches like Ten Hag.