Manchester United’s manager Erik ten Hag recently spoke with Dutch newspaper AD, touching on the appointment of Arne Slot as Liverpool’s new manager. This development is significant for Dutch football, with both managers now leading two of the Premier League’s top clubs.
Ten Hag noted the historical context, saying, “We’ve played against each other before, of course, but I think that’s really great. Also for Dutch football, for our coach training. I think the fact that there are now two Dutch managers at the helm at Liverpool and Manchester United is fantastic for our football.”
While Ten Hag and Slot have not been in contact yet, Ten Hag praised Slot’s achievements at Feyenoord and his suitability for Liverpool’s style, stating, “No, we haven’t had contact yet, but that will happen. It is fantastic what Arne has achieved at Feyenoord, how he has helped that club get back on track. And the football that Liverpool prefers to play also suits Arne Slot completely. I think it’s a very good match.”
Ten Hag also hinted that Slot is inheriting a more stable situation at Liverpool compared to when he took over Manchester United, emphasising the existing structures and winning mentality at Anfield, largely attributed to Jurgen Klopp’s successful reign. Ten Hag continues to build a similar environment at Old Trafford.
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