Erik ten Hag Responds to Cristiano Ronaldo’s Comments About Man United
- Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag has fired back at Cristiano Ronaldo for criticising him
- The Al-Nassr superstar called out the Dutchman for saying the Red Devils are not ready to win the Premier League
- The former Ajax coach is under pressure after a poor start to the season and will be fighting to save his job
Manchester United coach Erik ten Hag has responded to Cristiano Ronaldo's comments about the club's and manager's ambition.
The Dutchman dismissed Ronaldo's sentiments but said he has a right to air his opinions.
Ronaldo and Ten Hag publically fell out in 2022, which resulted in the Portugal superstar joining Saudi Pro League side Al-Nassr.
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Earlier this week, the former Real Madrid star questioned Ten Hag's comments where he said the club is not ready to win the Premier League
"The coach, they say they cannot compete to win the league and Champions League. Manchester United coach... you cannot say that you're not going to fight to win the league or Champions League," via Sky Sports.
Ronaldo made a triumphant return to the club in 2021, but his spell ended bitterly. He parted ways with the club after falling out with the former Ajax manager.
Erik ten Hag responds to Ronaldo
Speaking ahead of Man United's away clash against Southampton on Saturday, Ten Hag aimed a subtle dig at the Portuguese star.
"No, he said this, if you read the article very well," Ten Hag said per BBC. "He is entitled to his opinion. It's OK. He is far away in Saudi, far away from Manchester."
Man United have not won a Premier League title since 2013 and have fallen behind rivals Manchester City and Liverpool.
In their first three matches of the 2024/25 season, they have suffered two defeats, including a painful 3-0 loss to Liverpool at Old Trafford.
Last season, Erik ten Hag was in charge as the club produced their world Premier League finish in the Premier League era.
Ronaldo aims dig at Ten Hag
Legit.ng earlier reported that Cristiano Ronaldo has aimed a thinly-veiled criticism at Erik ten Hag for his remarks suggesting that Manchester United are not in contention for major titles this season.
Ten Hag’s candid assessment, which compared United’s current capabilities to those of their Premier League rivals vying for Champions League spots, may have had some merit, given the team's start to the 2024/25 campaign.
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