Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag stated that lessons had been assimilated from the previous season and pledged to approach the returns of Rasmus Hojlund and Mason Mount distinctly.
Erik ten Hag states that Manchester United will gradually reintegrate Rasmus Hojlund and Mason Mount into the squad, acknowledging that players experienced excessive strain last season.
Hojlund and Mount have resumed training following their recovery from injury in preparation for United’s Premier League match against Crystal Palace on Saturday. During the previous season, United experienced an unparalleled injury crisis, with 66 distinct ailments impacting players throughout the course of the campaign.
Ten Hag acknowledged that the loss of several players last season compelled others to participate in excessive matches, resulting in their physical breakdown.
The United manager stated that lessons have been assimilated from the previous season and pledged to approach the returns of Hojlund and Mount distinctly.“Exercise caution,” said Ten Hag. “In elite football, one consistently pushes boundaries.” Having a whole team facilitates load management. In situations such to last season, where performance is essential, we had to impose an overload on them. We aspire to combine them with meticulous consideration.
United suffered a 4-0 defeat at Palace on their most recent visit to Selhurst Park in May, but Ten Hag was without important players for that match, with midfielder Casemiro compelled to assume a central defensive role.Ten Hag now possesses a greater array of alternatives and individuals, asserting that United is better prepared to confront the next challenge.
“From February onwards, we had to consistently assemble a team of 11 players,” stated Ten Hag. We are currently in a new situation, with 18 guys available for selection to form a team.Prior to United’s 7-0 thrashing of Barnsley in the Carabao Cup midweek, Ten Hag stated that winger Antony must merit a regular starting position. The £86 million acquisition scored in that decisive victory, and Ten Hag said that Antony delivered an exemplary answer.
“I believe every player ought to exhibit such reactions,” stated Ten Hag. One must train rigorously, demonstrate proficiency throughout practice, earn the opportunity to compete, and seize the moment when it arises.
“However, the manager is limited to selecting 11 players and making five substitutions.” It is essential to ensure the availability of such players in every game, maintaining consistent performance, and, most critically, seizing opportunities to contribute to a victorious team.
Regarding Marcus Rashford, who has scored three goals in his past two matches, Ten Hag remarked: “Strikers require confidence; now that several players are on the scoring list, it is advantageous for the team, as it will bolster their confidence and motivate them to pursue additional goals.”
