Antonio Conte has outlined to Erik ten Hag that the "pressure is massive" at Manchester United following the Dutchman's appointment in the hotseat. On the lookout for a new manager with interim boss Ralf Rangnick only in charge until the end of the campaign, the Red Devils have opted for Ten Hag as their next manager.
He wasn't the only candidate in consideration for the job at Old Trafford as former Tottenham boss Mauricio Pochettino was heavily linked with the position. However, Ten Hag will now depart Ajax at the end of the campaign, signing a three-year deal with the option of an additional 12 months at the Theatre of Dreams.
Asked about the 52-year-old at his pre-match press conference as he previewed the Brentford game, Conte said: "For sure, we're talking about a big club, an important club, but don't forget that last season United finished second in the league. This season, United improved the squad with Varane, Sancho and Cristiano Ronaldo."
