‘How did he refute it?’ – Fans are wondering why Manchester United assistant coach Steve McLaren is still at the club during the FA Cup clash with Fulham.
Manchester United fans are shocked by the fact that Steve McLaren is still in the dugout as Eric ten Hag’s assistant. He was seen during the Red Devils’ FA Cup match against Fulham on Sunday 19 March.
McLaren first joined the Red Devils in 1999 and was Sir Alex Ferguson’s assistant until 2001.
He had a successful career as an assistant manager, during which time the Red Devils won the league every season. McLaren was then asked to become Middleborough’s first team manager. He even led them to his EFL Cup glory in his 2004.
McLaren was then appointed manager of England. However, his tenure ended after just 18 games. He managed the championship team for his 15 years.
Fans are therefore surprised to see him in the Red Devils’ dugout alongside Eric Ten Hag.
But Ten Hag and McClaren share a long partnership. They had previously worked together at FC Twente. That may be one reason why the Dutchman keeps the 61-year-old as an assistant at Old Trafford.
Manchester United fans are investigating the issue on Twitter, as one fan wrote:
“I always forget that Steve McLaren is at Manchester United.How could he dispute it???”
Below are some of the best reactions from United followers on Twitter.
Manchester United manager Eric ten Hag explained Rafael Varane’s absence
Raphael Varane It was a sudden absence from UnitedLine-up for Fulham. The Frenchman has already announced his retirement from international football and will not be part of the French side for the next Euro qualifiers.
Ten Haag, however, the former Real Madrid superstar explained he was injured. He said (via United’s official website):
“He is injured.
He further added:
“Rafa Varane has a very good partnership with Richa, [players] Behind us are Harry Maguire and Victor Lindelof. I think we have a good team. “
Varane has made 27 appearances for the Red Devils this season, helping them keep 10 clean sheets.