September 23rd 2024.
Phil Jones, a former player for Manchester United, recently spoke about his difficult time at the club. Jones spent over a decade with the Red Devils, making over 200 appearances and winning various trophies. However, he also faced struggles with injuries and became the subject of online mockery for his expressions on the pitch.
Despite his achievements, Jones feels that he did not live up to the expectations of fans and the club, especially after former manager Sir Alex Ferguson made a bold statement about him potentially becoming the best player on the team. This did not come to fruition, and Jones spent his final years at United making sporadic appearances.
In April 2022, Jones was given a rare start in a match against rivals Liverpool. However, he was substituted at half-time and felt humiliated by interim manager Ralf Rangnick. Jones recalls feeling angry and emotional, as he believed he did not deserve to be taken off the pitch.
Jones, who officially retired last month, revealed that he later apologized to Rangnick for his outburst. He also shared his aspirations to become a manager, having already completed his coaching qualifications. Despite his career being cut short, Jones remains optimistic and determined to succeed in his new venture.
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