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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Flo Clifford

Erik ten Hag recalls being ‘embarrassed’ by Man United after promise broken over keeping player

Erik ten Hag was adamant United could not sell Scott McTominay - (Getty)

Erik ten Hag has revealed he felt “very embarrassed and disappointed” after Manchester United failed to keep a promise not to sell a key player during his time at the club.

The Dutchman, who was sacked in October 2024, also backed current head coach Michael Carrick to remain in post in a wide-ranging interview with The Athletic.

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