Raphael Varane has said he was surprised Erik ten Hag remained at Manchester United beyond the end of the 2023-24 season, saying that the manager’s “connection with the group no longer existed.” ...

Former Manchester United head coach Erik ten Hag has said this generation of professional footballers find criticism offensive and demotivating in direct contrast to players of his era.

Raphael Varane says he was "surprised" to see Erik ten Hag offered a new contract at Manchester United ahead of this season, claiming the Dutchman's "connection with the group no longer existed".