Manchester United legend Rio Ferdinand has launched a scathing critique of manager Erik ten Hag following the club’s recent performance.
Despite a convincing win last night, Ferdinand expressed his frustration with Ten Hag’s decision to bench a key £60 million player.
The former defender didn’t mince words, suggesting that the Dutch tactician lacks the capacity to lead a club of Manchester United’s stature.
“I don’t think Erik ten Hag has what it takes to coach at a club as big as Manchester United,” Ferdinand stated.
“He’s made some puzzling decisions, and INEOS won’t realize this until it’s too late. By the time they see it, the damage will already be done.”
Ferdinand’s criticism wasn’t just directed at Ten Hag’s general management style.
It specifically focused on Ten Hag’s choice to leave a £60 million player on the bench during last night’s fixture.
While many might have assumed the player in question to be Alejandro Garnacho or Harry Maguire, Ferdinand clarified it was neither of the two.
Fans and pundits alike have been left speculating about the identity of this £60 million talent, but sources close to the club suggest that Ferdinand might have been referring to one of the club’s latest signings who has been struggling to break into the starting XI.
Given the fee Manchester United paid for this unnamed star, the decision to sideline him has raised eyebrows, especially in a game that could have been an opportunity to give him much-needed minutes.
Despite the victory, Ferdinand remains unconvinced by Ten Hag’s ability to lead the team to long-term success.
He emphasized that Manchester United’s recent form might mask deeper issues within the squad, and warned that INEOS, the club’s new majority owners, might be slow to act.
“INEOS won’t sack him early because they don’t see the writing on the wall,” Ferdinand added. “They’ll wait until he spoils everything, and by then it might be too late to recover this season.”
With Ferdinand’s harsh words making headlines, the pressure is undoubtedly mounting on Ten Hag as he navigates what has become a turbulent tenure at Old Trafford.
