Dutch legend Marco van Basten has suggested Erik ten Hag could have doubts over his expected move to Manchester United after seeing their defeat to Liverpool.
Ten Hag looks to be on the verge of becoming United’s new manager, with the Ajax boss thought to have verbally agreed a deal with the club. The MEN understands United are intending to have their new appointment confirmed before the end of the season.
The 52-year-old will have plenty on his plate when he arrives at Old Trafford. That was made abundantly clear once again at Anfield on Tuesday night.
United were thrashed by their old rivals, with Liverpool dominating as they eased to a 4-0 victory to boost their title bid. United, meanwhile, missed the chance to move level on points with Tottenham in the race for fourth as they produced yet another lacklustre display.
United have been roundly criticised for their display at Anfield, having offered no threat to their historic rivals. The performance led interim boss Ralf Rangnick to suggest the club could need as many as 10 new signings during the summer.
Much was made by pundits of what Ten Hag’s reaction to the defeat might have been on Tuesday. Van Basten even suggested his fellow countryman should think about reconsidering taking on the job.
“The difference between Liverpool and Manchester United is huge. They walk around like beaten people. This is one of the biggest clubs in England and not one of them really gets excited,” Van Basten told Ziggo Sport (via Sport Witness ).
“You have to start wondering if Manchester United might have doubts about Erik ten Hag or should Erik ten Hag have doubts about Manchester United? I think this is sad to see for such a big club.”
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