Manchester United finally pulled the trigger on Monday and sacked manager Erik ten Hag after a torrid start to the 2024/25 season.
The Red Devils’ problems date back to last season under the former Ajax manager and there was an inevitable sacking. Indeed, United already appear to be closing at the appointment of his successor – Ruben Amorim of Sporting CP.
As much as The dismissal of Ten Hag not surprising united players have taken to social media to pay tribute to their former manager, who arrived at Old Trafford at the start of the 2022/23 season.
Club skipper Bruno Fernandes was one of the first to pay tribute Have Hag on Instagram. “Thank you for everything! I appreciate the trust and the moments we share together, I wish you the best in the future,” said the Portuguese star.
“Despite knowing that the last term has not been great for all of us, I hope you fans can join in with the good things the manager has done for our club!” he added.
Luke Shaw shared a similar sentiment, writing: “Days like today are not pleasant or easy, but I am grateful for what we have achieved together. I want to thank you and wish you every success for the future boss.”
Kobbie Mainoo enjoyed his breakout season with Ten Hag in 2023/24 and the teenager expressed his gratitude following Monday’s news.
“Thank you for your trust and confidence in me and for giving me the opportunity to play for my boyhood club. I wish you all the best for the future,” he wrote on Instagram.
Lisandro Martinez was one of the former Ajax players that Ten Hag signed during his time in Manchester, and the Argentine thanked the 54-year-old for the opportunity.
“Thank you for the trust you placed in me, coach,” Martinez said. “It’s not the end we were hoping for, and we’re really sorry because the responsibility is always shared. But we keep the great memories of Wembley and your passion for United. Good luck and every success in the future.”
Legendary United striker and Ten Hag assistant manager Ruud van Nistelrooy will take charge of the Red Devils until a permanent appointment is made.
Wednesday’s Carabao Cup clash against Leicester City is United’s first game without Ten Hag in the dugout before Chelsea visit Old Trafford on Sunday.
