The scale of the task facing Erik ten Hag at Manchester United this summer cannot be underestimated.
17.05.2022 - 10:21 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Manchester United have confirmed the appointment of Erik ten Hag, so thoughts have now turned to who the club must sign in the summer to improve the squad for the Dutchman. But who will United sign?
Many fans believe that ten Hag may return to his former side to sign some of his most trusted players. And with Ajax winning the Eredivisie and also playing well in the Champions League this season in the group stages there are a couple of players that have the pedigree to make the step up.
Eric Bailly and Phil Jones are expected to leave Old Trafford this summer, leaving room for United to sign a centre-back. Jurrien Timber was one of the most impressive performers for Ajax this season and many fans hope that the 20-year-old defender will follow his manager to Old Trafford.
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Timber has the ability to play at centre-back and also at right-back and given that United could need players in both positions this could be a good fix. Speaking about the player, ten Hag said when asked whether he would be on the move this summer: “I think all top clubs have Timber in their sight.”
United fans are also excited about the possibility of Timber joining United as he shows a step in the right direction for the club's transfer policy. Over the past few years, the club have signed a number of big names who have failed to live up to their potential despite their reputation before they came to Manchester.
In comparison, Timber is a young player with a lot of potential who could grow and become even better at United, especially under ten Hag. He is also looking to take the next step in his career.
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