It speaks volumes for Erik ten Hag that Manchester United might only be two signings away from assembling his dream starting XI at Old Trafford.
Given how disastrous last season was for match-goers and those watching from afar, even a miracle amounting to biblical proportion was seemingly not enough to turn the tide. But then Ten Hag arrived and only eight months later the waters are parting.
From his work in the transfer market to creating a rhythmic playing style and dealing with that whole Cristiano Ronaldo saga, everything the Dutchman has touched since being sworn in from Amsterdam has turned to gold. It might yet bring silver.
