“It's necessary,” admits Erik ten Hag, who has had “a lot” taken away from his role as Manchester United manager
Erik ten Hag says he has seen his involvement in Manchester United's recruitment decline.
He Premier League Giants There have been drastic changes since Sir Jim Ratcliffe bought his minority stake in the club in February.
Dan Ashworth has joined as sporting director, Jason Wilcox has been appointed technical director and Christopher Vivell is interim director of recruitment.
Such additions mean Ten Hag He appears set to have less of a say in signings but has admitted he is happy with the new bosses at Old Trafford.
Speaking to Dutch media AD via The expressHe said: “That foundation has been strengthened a lot. I have had a lot taken away from scouting and recruiting. That is necessary.
“There needs to be a very solid structure in terms of scouting and transfer policy. I can’t help but be happy to have Dan, Jason and Christopher at my side. The club has acquired an incredible knowledge of the market and that helps me.
“We have only been working with these new people for a few weeks, but Ashworth is close by, just a room away. The new owners are taking me further into the process. It is early days, but the signs are very good.”
Having finished eighth in the Premier League last season despite FA Cup glory, United have been working to strengthen the squad.
Joshua Zirkzee became the first signing of the INEOS era when he completed his £36million move from Bologna last weekend.
Leny Yoro's £52m transfer from Lille It was announced on Thursday, with United outbidding Real Madrid's interest in the 18-year-old.
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He may not be the only signing at centre-back this summer, as Matthijs de Ligt has also been linked with a move from Bayern Munich.
He and fellow Dutchman Ten Hag would play together. meet having both worked together at Ajax.
United have already played two pre-season friendlies ahead of the new campaign, which they open with the Community Shield against Manchester City on August 10.
After losing 1-0 to Rosenborg, they bounced back with a 2-0 win over Rangers on Saturday and next face Arsenal at SoFi Stadium in the United States on Sunday.
