Simon Jordan shocks co-host with 'disrespectful' prediction about Erik ten Hag
talkSPORT pundit Simon Jordan has been accused of being “disrespectful” to Erik ten Hag after the Manchester United manager signed a new contract.
Ten Hag has wrote new terms at United just weeks after reports emerged that I would be fired regardless of the outcome of the FA Cup final.
Not only did the Dutchman win that match and avoid being sacked, but he also has the backing of fans in the transfer window. two offers close to completion while moving Everton Star Jarrad Braithwaite Keep in perspective.
However, former Crystal Palace chairman Jordan has rubbished claims that Ten Hag has the full backing of the United board and insisted he will be sacked “in January” – a statement which angered talkSPORT's chief football correspondent Alex Crook.
Talking about White and JordanThe presenter said: “If I recall correctly, you (Crook) and our little errant producer tried to spread a narrative that ultimately Ten Hag is in control.
“He has never been in this situation. They have given him a contract that they can give him, there is no enthusiastic support.
“There's no 'Oh Ten Hag is in place and will dictate the terms of the contract.' He's an employee. He has the opportunity to renew his contract, that's all.
“And he'll be gone in January.”
Crook was not happy with that assessment and replied: “I think it's a bit disrespectful.”
“You're talking about someone who has just won the FA Cup and has been backed with a new contract, who has been backed in the transfer market.
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“He had a good first season, he lost his way in the second, I think he will do well.”
All eyes will be on Ten Hag next season after coming close to losing his job now that there is a new setup at Old Trafford.
The arrival of Mr. Jim Ratcliffe It has seen the British billionaire take control of football operations, leading to several new appointments.
That includes Omar Berrada, Jason Wilcox and Dan Ashworth, providing a more stable structure for United, something the club has been crying out for for years.
However, improvement will be needed after a miserable campaign last season, in which the Red Devils finished eighth. the lowest position in history in the Premier League.
