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Jack Flintham

Jordi Cruyff backs 'new heir' Erik ten Hag to succeed at Manchester United

Former Manchester United midfielder and current sporting director at Barcelona Jordi Cruyff has backed fellow countryman Erik ten Hag to succeed at Old Trafford.

The ex-Ajax head coach arrived in Manchester in the summer and, after a shaky start, has managed to steady the ship at United. Heading into the international break, United sit fifth in the Premier League table, a point behind fourth place Brighton.

Assessing the start to Ten Hag's tenure, Cruyff believes that the 52-year-old has recruited well and has backed him continue his successful start. "United have always had over the years a good squad," Cruyff explained to Sky Sports.

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