Erik ten Hag Saves the Day: Two Manchester United Players Stopped from Leaving the Club
Manchester United’s transfer deadline day was a whirlwind of activity, with the Red Devils completing a few key deals and rejecting several loan offers for their star players. According to reports, Erik ten Hag was instrumental in stopping two of his players from leaving the club, as Jadon Sancho joined Chelsea on a season-long loan.
Firstly, La Liga side Real Betis approached United with loan offers for Antony and Christian Eriksen. However, Ten Hag was adamant that neither player would be leaving the club, and the Spanish outfit was told there was no chance of it happening. This decision was a shrewd one, given the departures of Sancho and Scott McTominay.
Antony, who is the second most expensive signing in United’s history, has been a source of frustration for fans, but a loan move made little sense for the club. He has notched 11 goals and five assists in 82 appearances for the Reds, and his experience and skills are still valuable to the team.
Eriksen, on the other hand, is likely to play second fiddle to the likes of Bruno Fernandes, Kobbie Mainoo, and Manuel Ugarte in midfield. However, his experience could prove vital in the coming months.
United did complete the signing of Ugarte from Paris Saint-Germain, with the midfielder signing a contract until June 2029 with the option to extend for a further year. Sporting director Dan Ashworth was thrilled with the signing, stating that Ugarte is among the very best ball-winning midfield players in the world and will be a great complement to the team’s midfielders.
In conclusion, Ten Hag’s decision to reject Real Betis’ loan offers for Antony and Eriksen was a wise one, and the Red Devils are better off for it. The signing of Ugarte is a positive step forward for the club, and fans will be excited to see how the new season unfolds.
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