By now, it is clear to Manchester United supporters that Erik ten Hag does not suffer fools gladly and is more than happy to exile anyone he deems an obstacle to progress.
The Dutchman is desperate to restore United to their former glories and five Old Trafford locals found that out the hard way when Ten Hag made clear they were surplus to requirements in his efforts to guide the club back into the Champions League via the top four.
Ten Hag inherited a bloated squad when he arrived and after making some of the additions he wanted, it was clear that some of the United dressing room needed to be culled. The new boss was quick to identify who he'd no longer need around the place.
