In a scathing and emotional revelation, newly appointed Bayer Leverkusen boss Erik ten Hag has broken his silence on his turbulent time at Manchester United — and he isn’t holding back. The Dutchman, known for his loyalty and tactical rigidity, confessed that he regrets how his era at Old Trafford unfolded and is now determined to reunite with the players he trusts the most.
💬 Ten Hag Speaks:
> “I want my boys back. That club [Manchester United] is not good for them — and here’s why. I saw the decline in their confidence, their energy, and how their qualities were misunderstood. I’ll do everything in my power to bring them to Leverkusen, where they can thrive again.”
The three names in question? Andre Onana, Antony, and Lisandro Martinez — all of whom were personally signed by Ten Hag during his time at United and formed the core of his tactical vision. Their futures are now uncertain under the Ruben Amorim regime, and Ten Hag smells opportunity.
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🔁 The Bayer Leverkusen Plan:
Now in charge of Bundesliga champions and Champions League contenders Bayer Leverkusen, Ten Hag reportedly wants to engineer shock summer moves to bring his trusted trio to Germany.
▪️ Lisandro Martinez – injury-plagued but still a warrior
▪️ Andre Onana – criticized in England but admired by Ten Hag for his ball-playing skills
▪️ Antony – struggling for form, but “unleashed” under Erik’s wing
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🔴 The Fallout:
Ten Hag’s comments reignite the debate over United’s identity crisis and how player development has suffered. While fans remain split on his time in Manchester, there’s no denying one thing — he still fiercely believes in the players he brought to the club.
💣 Will Bayer Leverkusen pull off a dramatic triple raid on United this summer?
The saga has only just begun… and Ten Ha
g’s fire has been reignited.
