4. Patterns of play
One of Erik ten Hag’s main worries at Manchester United is the lack of clear patterns of play, a long-standing issue at the club.
Though Eriksen was brought in to speed up short passing and improve movement, United still appear sluggish in possession.
Their buildup often lacks consistency, with not enough repeated movement around the box to generate high-quality chances regularly.
While United have created opportunities, many rely on individual brilliance rather than cohesive team play.
In contrast, Manchester City consistently craft similar chances for Haaland, allowing him to anticipate where his next opportunity will come from.
United’s attack, however, remains disjointed.
Ten Hag’s Ajax excelled in this aspect, and it’s something he’ll be keen to address at Old Trafford.
The Dutch manager has been criticised for struggling to form some cohesive patterns despite over two years at the club.
Having been backed heavily in the transfer market in the summer, he’ll be expected to correct this sooner rather than later.
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