Erik ten Hag insists Manchester United will not ‘burn money’ in their search for a new striker this month as he vows not to repeat past mistakes, but says he ‘needs’ a new frontman to compete with Anthony Martial
- Manchester United are lacking in attack following the departure of Cristiano Ronaldo
- Erik ten Hag reiterated the need for a new striker but said it had to be right
- United are financially strapped after a busy summer and prefer a loan deal
- Ten Hag said he was 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 will not be ‘burning money’ for it.
United’s £220million summer spending spree and continued uncertainty over the sale of the club means finances are limited 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 that his team needs a new striker
The Red Devils are currently short of a strike following Cristiano Ronaldo’s departure last month
‘But with a lot of games coming up, I think there is a need (for a striker).
‘You need something that can have an impact, otherwise you’re just burning money.’
Ten Hag has no doubts about Anthony Martial’s ability to lead the attack despite a poor performance at Wolves, and has backed the Frenchman to bounce back against Bournemouth.
‘He hasn’t played for a long time and maybe this (Wolves) is not his game,’ said the United boss. ‘In the next game, I expect a better performance from him. I am convinced of that.
‘I was really happy with his performances in many games. If you see the minutes he’s played and the impact he’s had so far, it’s really big.’
Ten Hag says he is satisfied with Anthony Martial despite a poor performance at Wolves
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