Archive · 9 Aug 2025
Ten Hag: Ronaldo Wasn't the Problem in Manchester United's Decline
Former Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag said Cristiano Ronaldo wasn't the reason for the team's recent struggles.
Ten Hag, who has moved to coach Bayer Leverkusen, reflected on his time at Manchester United, highlighting the trophies won under his leadership.
Despite a challenging period, including a rough start in the Premier League, Ten Hag wants to focus on future success with Leverkusen.
He aims to continue winning trophies, a goal he has pursued throughout his coaching career.
Ten Hag is looking forward to a fresh start with his new team, believing they can improve.
Erik ten Hag states Cristiano Ronaldo was not the problem in Manchester United's decline.
Ten Hag's reign included winning the FA Cup and Carabao Cup for Manchester United.
Ronaldo left Manchester United in November 2022, six months before his contract ended.
Ten Hag has become Bayer Leverkusen's manager, replacing Xabi Alonso.
Ten Hag aims to continue winning trophies with his new team.
- Who
- Erik ten Hag, former Manchester United manager, and Cristiano Ronaldo, former Manchester United player.
- What
- Erik ten Hag stated that Cristiano Ronaldo wasn't the issue behind Manchester United's decline.
- When
- Ten Hag made the statements after his appointment as Bayer Leverkusen manager.
- Where
- The statements were made at Stamford Bridge during a friendly match.
- Why
- Ten Hag wanted to address his tenure at Manchester United and to look forward to his new role.
Manchester United's Decline
Erik ten Hag's Perspective
Blame
Manchester United's Decline
Cristiano Ronaldo's presence contributed to Manchester United's decline.
Erik ten Hag's Perspective
Erik ten Hag stated that Ronaldo was not the problem in the team's decline.
- Former Manager
- Erik ten Hag
- New Club
- Bayer Leverkusen
- Ronaldo's Departure
- November 2022
- Trophies Won
- FA Cup, Carabao Cup