Alejandro Garnacho becomes first Man Utd player to react to Erik ten Hag staying as manager

Alejandro Garnacho is the first player to respond to the news that Erik ten Hag will remain Manchester United manager in the upcoming season.

Garnacho was a crucial part to Manchester United’s season in 2023/24, scoring ten goals and assisting five.

The Argentine played 50 matches for the club last term and made 38 consecutive starts on the right and left wings.

Only goalkeeper Andre Onana, who played in 51 matches, appeared more than Garnacho last season.

The 19-year-old hasn't spoken publicly about Ten Hag's stay, but fans noticed he has liked a social media post supporting the decision to keep the Dutch manager at the club.

The X post, from a United fan, said: "MY MANAGER! Can't explain how happy I am. Thank you INEOS."

And it’s not the first time the youngster has been caught liking posts on social media to do with Ten Hag.

Despite their seemingly strong relationship, Garnacho was previously spotted liking posts on X criticising Ten Hag after he substituted the winger at half-time of the 2-2 draw with Bournemouth.

The posts, from popular YouTuber Mark Goldbridge, read: “Ten Hag subtly blaming Garnacho in the post-match press conference.

“Not a good look throwing a 19-year-old under the bus who has actually delivered for you this season.

"Garnacho has been one of our best players this season. Poor first half but taking him off at half time and holding him up as the problem is a joke.

“But then again he's clearly scared of upsetting the bigger earners.”

However, the club dealt with this situation internally and the two men appear to be back on good terms.

Alejandro Garnacho scored the opening goal in Manchester United's 2-1 win over Manchester City in the FA Cup final (Image: Getty)

Ten Hag’s position at Manchester United was reportedly under review as new owners INEOS conducted an end-of-season review.

After his side finished in eighth in the Premier League, their lowest finish since the competition began in 1992, it was believed that Ten Hag may leave the club this summer.

But after securing an unlikely 2-1 victory over local rivals Manchester City in the FA Cup final, Sir Jim Ratcliffe has shown faith in his manager, keeping him in the role despite considering several alternatives.

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