August 15th 2024.
Jaap Stam, a former defender at Manchester United, has shared his thoughts on the club's recent signing of Antony and has urged them to bring in better players. Stam, who was a key player in United's success, winning three Premier League titles and the Champions League, has expressed his disappointment with Antony's performance since his record-breaking transfer from Ajax in 2022.
Despite his £82m price tag, Antony only managed to score one goal in the Premier League last season and has a total of 11 goals in 82 appearances for the club. Stam believes that the current culture at United is different from when he was a player and it is crucial for the club to have high standards and the right recruitment to succeed.
He emphasized the importance of bringing in players who can make an immediate impact, rather than ones who may eventually come good. Stam also shared his thoughts on United's manager, Erik ten Hag, who recently signed a new contract with the club. While he is pleased that ten Hag has been given a new deal, Stam believes that he ultimately needs to deliver results and improve the team's performance.
Stam also expressed his concerns about the changes in staff at the club and how it will affect the team's performance this season. He believes that ten Hag needs to step up and show improvement, especially after the team's disappointing eighth-place finish in the Premier League last season.
Despite his criticisms, Stam also understands the pressure that comes with being a manager and the need to be positive and supportive of the players. However, he also believes that it is important to be honest and acknowledge when the team has not performed well.
As United kick off their 2024-25 campaign against Fulham, Stam will be keeping a close eye on the team's performance and hopes to see them bring in better players and improve under ten Hag's leadership.
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