3. Failed signings
Manchester United’s bench against Aston Villa was worth a staggering £436 million and much of that was from players signed under Erik ten Hag’s management.
With the Dutch manager having been given significant control in the transfer market, the exclusion of three new signings – Joshua Zirkzee, Matthijs de Ligt and Manuel Ugarte – raises serious questions.
Despite arriving with high expectations, these players seem to have already fallen out of favour.
Ugarte, a summer acquisition meant to strengthen the midfield, has yet to make a significant impact and was left on the bench without seeing a single minute.
Similarly, Zirkzee and de Ligt, who were also brought in to bolster key areas, appear to be sidelined early in the season.
With such a hefty investment sitting unused, ten Hag’s transfer decisions are coming under increased scrutiny.
It begs the questions – why sign these players if you’re not that confident in them?
This is on the back of previous signings Antony and Casemiro also being sidelined this season.
So far, the manager’s influence in the market has failed to deliver the expected improvements on the pitch.
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