Erik ten Hag has responded to the criticism of Manchester United star, Cristiano Ronaldo, who said he does not respect the Dutch player.
Ronaldo, who spent two successful spells at United, hit the headlines after publicly criticizing the thinking of the Red Devils boss, who he worked under during his second spell at Old Trafford.
In an interview with teammate Rio Ferdinand, Ronaldo revealed that he ‘didn’t respect’ Ten Hag and believes that United will not be able to compete in the Premier League in the coach’s opinion.
The Dutchman did not take long to express his views on the comments, choosing to answer questions on the matter during Friday’s press conference ahead of United’s trip to St Mary’s to face Southampton.
“You said Manchester United won’t win it?,” he told reporters. “No, you said it. You’re far from Saudi, far from Manchester. Everyone can and is entitled to an opinion, that’s right.”
The 39-year-old, who left United midway through his second season in 2022 after falling out with Ten Hag, moved to the Saudi Pro League to join Al-Nassr at the start of 2023.
He struggled for success during his time at Old Trafford, but netted 44 goals in 45 games in the Middle East last season. He has a contract with Al-Nassr until the end of the current campaign and is still determined to achieve success on the international stage with Portugal.
Meanwhile, United will hope to improve on their start to the 2024/25 campaign when they face Southampton on Saturday. The Red Devils have taken just three points from as many games after defeats to Brighton & Hove Albion and rivals Liverpool before the international break.
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