Erik ten Hag selected to not be drawn on whether or not Manchester United are in a ‘different place’ following the exit of Cristiano Ronaldo. Red Devils icon Ronaldo departed Old Trafford beneath acrimonious circumstances after slating a number of key figures at United, together with Ten Hag.

Ronaldo’s frustration boiled over barely previous to the World Cup when he performed a fiery interview with tv character Piers Morgan. The legendary ahead slated Ten Hag, the Glazer household house owners, and a number of other different figures.

United ripped up Ronaldo’s contract and he joined Saudi Arabian outfit Al-Nassr in December. Ten Hag’s aspect had beforehand struggled for consistency with Ronaldo, however improved following the parting of how.

A 3rd-place end means United will play within the Champions League subsequent season, whereas Ronaldo endured a tricky half-season with Al-Nassr. However, Ten Hag has refused to touch upon whether or not the ambiance inside the United camp has improved since Ronaldo’s exit.

Asked by The Times if United are in a ‘different place’ with out the ahead, Ten Hag defined what he desires to see from his aspect, saying: “If you’re observing that, it’s up to you. So what I want to see from my team is a team who are proactive, dynamic, determined.

“I’ve seen many times Manchester United with that attitude, so that’s what I like. It’s not that we are satisfied. There’s still a long way to go but we’re definitely showing this mentality.”

Ronaldo struggled to begin in Ten Hag’s most popular workforce, failing to own the urgent qualities demanded by the Dutchman. The 38-year-old scored 14 objectives in 16 appearances for Al-Nassr, however the Saudi aspect will miss out on successful the Pro League regardless of being high when the Real Madrid legend arrived.

Meanwhile, Ten Hag referred to as on United’s board to again him through the summer season switch window. It stays unclear who shall be funding the membership’s enterprise, with the Glazer household supposedly nonetheless seeking to promote the 20-times English champions.