Last Update: January 06, 2023, 09:39 IST
Manchester United head coach Erik ten Haag (Photo: AP)
Manchester United have not won a trophy since lifting the Europa League in 2017 as manager Erik ten Haag does not expect that to change any time soon
Manchester United manager Erik ten Haag has said his team are in a “good position” but it is too early for them to be thinking about silverware ahead of their FA Cup tie against Everton.
United will be looking for their seventh straight win in all competitions when they face a struggling Everton side on Friday.
The Old Trafford club have not won a trophy since lifting the Europa League in 2017, but when asked if that was about to change, Ten Haag told reporters: “I don’t think about (winning the trophy) at this stage of the season.” I do not think .
“We are where we want to be but still go from game to game, we play in many competitions, focus on game by game and don’t think too far ahead… There are many elements in our game. Which we have to rectify.”
“As we progress players because good is not enough, also in the organization we have to push each other and when opportunities come at the top you have to be ready for that. My main focus is to improve the team To do.”
Ten Haag said forward Anthony Martial is available after scoring a knock in United’s 3-0 Premier League win over Bournemouth, adding that the Frenchman is being eased back into action.
Ten Haag said, “He came out, but he didn’t play much in the first half of the season, so we have to gradually bring him back to 90 minutes.”
“He can play 90 minutes but (if we’re playing him) over a series of games we’ve got to protect him so he has the power, the power over 90 minutes every third day.”
Shifting his attention to the transfer market, Ten Haag discussed the departure of goalkeeper Martin Dubravka, who was recalled by parent club Newcastle United on Sunday.
United have been linked with a loan move for Crystal Palace goalkeeper Jack Butland and Ten Haag said they need three experienced goalkeepers in the squad.
“We have some youngsters, and they do well, but we have a lot of games,” he said. for.
“I’m really happy with David (De Gea), that’s quite clear, he’s our number one, he performs really well, but something can always happen with David, and you’ve got to be prepared for that.” Have to stay.”
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