Premier League Erik Ten Hag confirms who will be Manchester United captain next season

Erik ten Hag

New Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has confirmed on Monday who will be the Red Devils’ captain next season.

This is one of the highly-waited choices of the Dutch coach since his appointment in replacement of Ralf Rangnick.

Speaking during a press conference on Monday, the former Ajac Amsterdam manager revealed the name of the plyer who will be the team’s captain.

And Man United fans may not agree with his decision as the chosen player is under heavy criticism for his poor performances.

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Erik Ten Hag confirms Harry Maguire as Man United captain for next season.
Erik Ten Hag confirms Harry Maguire as Man United captain for next season.

“Harry Maguire is the captain”, Ten Hag said, as per Man United’s website.

Asked to explain why the 29-year old is right for the role, he replied : “Of course, I have to get to know all the players and it takes time.

“But he is an established captain for a few years and he has achieved a lot of success, so I don’t doubt about this issue”, Erik ten Hag added.

Thus said, Maguire will wear the armband for man United in their preseason friendly against Liverpool on Tuesday at 13:00 GMT.


Aimé ATTI

Aimé ATTI is a bilingual journalist who breathes football and shares his passion on Africa Top Sports

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