Erik ten Hag didn’t hesitate when asked if he’s ‘friends’ with any Premier League managers

Erik ten Hag Reveals He’s Not Close with Any Premier League Managers – But Is That a Good Thing?

Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag has been in charge at Old Trafford for over a year now, and while he’s enjoyed some success, including winning a trophy in each of his first two seasons, the Red Devils have struggled in the Premier League, finishing 8th last term.

The Dutchman has been pretty open about his frustrations on the touchline, and it’s no surprise to hear that he’s not exactly buddies with any of his Premier League counterparts. When asked if he considers any of his fellow managers friends, ten Hag was blunt: "No, they’re colleagues but not friends."

It’s worth noting that ten Hag isn’t exactly wrong. With the increasing scrutiny and media attention in the Premier League, it’s no wonder that managers are less inclined to build personal relationships with their peers. In fact, ten Hag himself touched on this, saying that the tradition of meeting with other managers after matches has "gone away" with the rise of social media.

But is this lack of camaraderie a problem? In some ways, yes. While ten Hag and his fellow managers may not be friends, they’re still colleagues, and building relationships can only be a good thing for the sport. It can lead to more open communication, more respect, and ultimately, better football.

Of course, it’s also worth noting that ten Hag has bigger fish to fry. With Manchester United struggling to find consistency this season, he’s got his work cut out for him. And with a tough fixture against Tottenham coming up, he’ll need all his focus on getting his team ready for the challenge.

Speaking of Tottenham, ten Hag knows exactly what to expect from the Lilywhites. "They’re definitely rivals," he said. "It’s going to be a very attacking game, very open, very intense." And with both teams likely to leave spaces behind, it’s a game that could go either way.

So, what’s the takeaway from all this? Well, while ten Hag may not be close with any of his Premier League peers, it’s clear that he’s focused on the task at hand. And with Manchester United needing a big performance against Tottenham, he’ll need all his experience and expertise to get the job done.

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