Erik ten Hag is three weeks into his first pre-season as Manchester United’s manager and has led them to wins over Liverpool and Melbourne Victory on the summer tour of Thailand and Australia. Prior to Tuesday’s meeting with Crystal Palace at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, the Dutchman sat down to discuss Cristiano Ronaldo’s future, why Harry Maguire must prove himself, his occasional tea-cup throwing, and other issues.
Cristiano [Ronaldo], who wishes to leave the club, has a year left on his contract. How difficult is it to accommodate him when, if he stays, this will only be for one more season?
