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‘You need one who can make an impact’: Erik ten Hag insists Manchester United won’t ‘burn money’ in their search for a new striker this month, but insists they ‘need’ a new leader to compete with Anthony Martial
- Manchester United fall short in attack after the departure of Cristiano Ronaldo
- Erik ten Hag reiterated the need for a new striker but says it has to be the right one.
- United’s finances are tight after a busy summer and a loan deal is preferred
- Ten Hag says he is satisfied with Anthony Martial’s performances in many games
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag’s priority this month is a new striker to replace Cristiano Ronaldo, but the Dutchman insists he won’t “burn money” just for the sake of it.
United’s £220m spending in the summer and continued uncertainty surrounding the club’s sale means finances are tight and a loan deal is preferred.
“We have a good team when all the players are available,” he added.
Manchester United boss Erik ten hag has admitted his team need a new striker
The Red Devils are currently short on strike following the departure of Cristiano Ronaldo last month.
“But with a lot of games to come, I think there is a need (for a striker).
“You need one that can make an impact, otherwise you’re just burning money.”
Ten Hag has no doubts about Anthony Martial’s ability to lead the attack despite a subdued performance at Wolves, and he backed the Frenchman to bounce back against Bournemouth.
“He didn’t play for a long time and probably this (Wolves) wasn’t his game,” the United manager said. ‘In the next match, I expect a better performance from him. I am convinced of that.
I am very happy with his performances in many games. If you look at the minutes he’s played and the impact he’s had so far, it’s really huge.
Ten Hag says he is satisfied with Anthony Martial despite a subdued performance at Wolves