Erik ten Hag’s Takedown: Former Manchester United Ace Reveals He Was Handed His P45 In Just One Conversation
Yesterday, we brought you news that Manchester United’s recent departures were more about the manager’s vision and not just about money and fame. Today, an ex-Red Devil shed some light on just that. James Garner, 23, has revealed to BBC Sport that he departed Old Trafford after a crunch meeting with Erik ten Hag, where the Dutch maestro told him he no longer had a place at the club.
The defender, who made seven appearances for United, had reportedly been struggling to get some serious game time under TEN Hag. With the midfielder having just returned from an impressive loan spell at Everton, he knew his value to the team was already waning. In July 2022, Garrett signed a permanent deal to join the Toffees for £15m with add-ons.
According to Garner, his chat with TEN Hag was quite frankly brutal. "Ten Hag is a very approachable guy, but he takes no one bending the rules. He will say it how it is and punish people if they have done the wrong things," Garnder said. "After our conversation, I’d had enough. I want to play first-team football, and I didn’t want to stagnate under the Dutchman."
Before leaving United, Garner shared a candid conversation with fellow footballer, Jamie Parker, about his desire for a fresh start. Now, he’s making sure his talent is not overshadowed by the shadows, racking up an incredible 63 appearances and boasting a solid defensive record while playing for Everton.
Since TEN Hag took over Man United, the likes of Cristiano Ronaldo, Raphael Varane, and even Alex Telles have departed amidst his vision for a much more streamlined squad. Today, we’re witnessing ex-players like Garner confirming what we’ve suspected; that the Dutch tactician has a clear vision he won’t compromise, but what does this mean for the Red Devils’ futures?
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