England manager Gareth Southgate has urged Manchester City ace Jack Grealish to improve his tactical knowledge and all-round game if he is to become a regular starter for his country.
Paul Merson offers damning assessment of Erik ten Hag credentials ahead of Man United arrival
22.05.2022 - 18:57 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Paul Merson has questioned Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag's credentials ahead of his arrival at Old Trafford, claiming the Dutchman is going to find it "hard" in the Premier League.
The 52-year-old leaves Ajax having led the Dutch giants to three Eredivisie crowns. He arrives at United looking to bring success back to Old Trafford, with United not having tasted silverware since their 2017 Europa League triumph.
Ten Hag is expected to oversee a squad overhaul this summer as he looks to build a team capable of challenging at the top end of the Premier League. However, Merson has questioned his credentials having not yet managed in one of Europe's top five leagues.
"He's got to prove himself. It's alright saying you're going to come in and play the Ajax way, play on the front foot, that's Dutch football," Merson told Sky Sports. "He had the best team by a million miles over there, you look at [Dusan] Tadic, he didn't really kick it over here - no one else really wanted him - he's the best player over in Holland.
READ MORE: Crystal Palace vs Man United - LIVE
"[Sebastien] Haller couldn't get a game here and can't stop scoring. I heard one story saying he could bring Haller with him, surely Man United fans won't be having that? Dutch football haven't got a Man City, a Chelsea, a Liverpool, a Tottenham or Arsenal or West Ham, this is going to be hard.
"It's going to be a hard, hard road. This is a five-year plan. He's got to get going next season and make sure he's got to do better than they did this season, if they get fourth that's a major feat.
"There's a lot to be done, you can't build a house on muddy ground, he's got to put the foundation down, he's got to be here five years, he's got to plan and in five
The website popstar.one is an aggregator of news from open sources. The source is indicated at the beginning and at the end of the announcement. You can send a complaint on the news if you find it unreliable.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
06.06.2022 / 09:33
Man City star Aleks Zinchenko sends emotional message following Ukraine defeat to Wales
Aleks Zinchenko has reiterated his calls for peace amid Russia's continued invasion of Ukraine following his country's World Cup qualifier defeat to Wales.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
02.06.2022 / 16:43
Louis Saha slams Manchester United transfer policy amid 'sad' Paul Pogba exit
Louis Saha has suggested Manchester United allowing Paul Pogba to run out his contract and leave for free was a major error.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
02.06.2022 / 12:05
Man City star Oleksandr Zinchenko sends emotional message on Ukraine win over Scotland
Manchester City left-back Oleksandr Zinchenko has admitted that he and his Ukraine teammates have been dreaming about reaching the World Cup after moving to within one win of the finals in Qatar.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
24.05.2022 / 18:23
Ajax legend tells Manchester United how to get the best out of Erik ten Hag
An Ajax legend has told Manchester United how they can get the best out of their new manager, Erik ten Hag.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
23.05.2022 / 19:59
Raheem Sterling thanks Liverpool FC after Man City Premier League title win
Raheem Sterling has explained that Liverpool’s great chase inspired Manchester City to the Premier League title.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
22.05.2022 / 22:27
Liverpool FC boss Jurgen Klopp sends sporting message to Man City and Aston Villa after final day drama
Jurgen Klopp has congratulated Manchester City on their brilliant comeback against Aston Villa that saw the Blues pip his Liverpool side to the Premier League title.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
22.05.2022 / 22:01
Ilkay Gundogan explains what sparked Man City's incredible comeback vs Aston Villa
Ilkay Gundogan admits the odds were against Manchester City when they fell 2-0 behind to Aston Villa on the final day of the Premier League season, but says his side always believed they could come back and win the Premier League title.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
22.05.2022 / 21:05
Ilkay Gundogan sends classy message to Liverpool after Man City win Premier League title
Ilkay Gundogan says Liverpool have played an incredible season after he led Manchester City to an incredible comeback on the final day of the season to secure the Premier League title.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
18.05.2022 / 08:57
Liverpool FC captain Jordan Henderson watches 'kids TV' instead of Man City matches
Jordan Henderson has praised Manchester City as a “fantastic team” but admitted he prefers to watch kids TV rather than get nervous watching the Premier League champions’ matches.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
17.05.2022 / 15:23
Jamie Carragher compares Declan Rice to two Manchester United legends amid transfer links
Jamie Carragher has compared Declan Rice to former Manchester United duo Roy Keane and Bryan Robson.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
17.05.2022 / 09:47
Paul Merson tells Manchester United which player they need to sign 'more than any other'
Paul Merson believes Manchester United need Kalvin Phillips “more than any player” – but has urged the midfielder not to make the move to Old Trafford.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
16.05.2022 / 20:31
Axel Tuanzebe could still be Erik ten Hag wildcard at Man United despite disastrous Napoli loan
Axel Tuanzebe faces an uncertain summer as he prepares to return to Manchester United following a torrid time out on loan in Italy.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
15.05.2022 / 20:03
Man City star Jack Grealish shares Liverpool FC title verdict before Aston Villa reunion
Manchester City playmaker Jack Grealish admits that he will have to put sentiment to one side as he continues to chase his Premier League title dream. Grealish sparked a turnaround for City at the London Stadium on Sunday afternoon as the champions hit back to draw with West Ham.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
14.05.2022 / 05:45
Cristiano Ronaldo gives Erik ten Hag verdict at Man United as Jude Bellingham confirms future
Here are your Manchester United headlines on Saturday, May 14.
manchestereveningnews.co.uk
11.05.2022 / 13:35
Pep Guardiola sends Man United and Liverpool spending jibe after Man City's Erling Haaland deal
Pep Guardiola believes that Manchester City are unfairly criticised for their transfer spending compared to rivals Liverpool and Manchester United.