He can do better! Ten Hag believes Anthony can improve further
Old Trafford boss Erik ten Hag has come out to protect Anthony, the Brazilian offensive line. That is now being criticized for playing hard. Due to the latter, the person is not able to perform very well. and still haven’t read the game yet Until making the work of the team look lax
Anthony was one of six new signings Ten Hag signed for Manchester United last summer. With a value of up to 85 million pounds, which in the beginning of the fluttering wing can score continuously in the first 3 games, but after completing the mission to serve the Brazilian national team In the past 2022 World Cup and after that, his form seemed to have dropped significantly until many people began to criticize the media.
Especially in the game that the Red Devils lost 3-2 to Arsenal on Sunday, January 22, Anthony was constantly criticized by gurus about his performance. especially Former defender of the team like Rio Ferdinand, who came out to complain through the media that he couldn’t believe his eyes that Anthony couldn’t dribble past anyone. Although referred to as a Brazilian footballer by blood
But the latest from the interview before the game that Manchester United will play in the Carabao Cup battle in the first semifinal In a game against Nottingham Forest, Ten Hag defended his favorite side by saying: “When he played The team always wins. And that is sending a message to everyone I think about how well they are doing.”
“He can do better. I still see gaps where he can improve. And I think everyone already knows. We want him to play the ball more forward. Get more involved with the game But the team performed better as well. while he was on the field And that’s good. It’s a good foundation to build a team.”
“I think he has improved. He might score quite a few goals. He scored in the first three games. And he scored against Everton and Charlton. So he can make a difference. But I still think that with his ability He can still do more than what exists. He can play a part in driving the team forward.”
In Anthony’s first season with Manchester United, he made 22 appearances, scoring 7 goals and providing 2 assists for his team-mates. And he has a pretty good standard for new players coming into the Premier League. But what the Red Devils fans expect is high because of the price that comes to the court It therefore resulted in him being pressured by many parties.