EPL: De Ligt's Best is Yet to Come — Erik Ten Hag

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag backs Matthijs de Ligt to shine, citing a disrupted pre-season and promising a significant improvement once the defender finds his rhythm.

Manchester United fans have been eagerly awaiting the arrival of Matthijs de Ligt, but the Dutch defender's start to life at Old Trafford has been underwhelming. However, manager Erik ten Hag has jumped to his defense, attributing De Ligt's slow start to a challenging pre-season.

Ten Hag revealed that De Ligt's only start was in the recent match against Liverpool, highlighting the lack of playing time that has hindered his progress. The manager assured fans that De Ligt is not yet in rhythm, but once he finds his footing, a different level of quality will emerge.

Erik Ten Hag said: “You will see the real Matthijs de Ligt soon. He had a very difficult pre-season because he didn't play.

“His only start was the last game against Liverpool.

“He's not in a rhythm yet, but once he's up to full speed, you will see a different quality.”

Erik Ten Hag's words offer a reassuring perspective, suggesting that De Ligt's best is still to come. As the defender settles into his new surroundings and gains match sharpness, fans can expect to see the commanding performances that made him a standout at Juventus.

Ten Hag's expert guidance positions De Ligt for a breakout season, solidifying Manchester United's backline and justifying his promise.