Last season, Erik ten Hag’s Manchester United struggled with inconsistency, often making progress only to stumble shortly after.
This pattern led to a disappointing eighth-place finish in the Premier League, meaning they missed out on a spot in the Champions League for the current campaign. As a result, United won’t be involved in European football this week, allowing them to focus on their upcoming EFL Cup clash against Barnsley. Following that, they will face a Premier League match at Selhurst Park, where they were humbled by Crystal Palace with a 4-0 defeat at the end of the previous season.
In other news, Jadon Sancho made an impactful debut for Chelsea after joining the club on loan from Manchester United during the transfer window.
His first appearance came in a match against Bournemouth, where manager Enzo Maresca gave him 45 minutes of game time. Sancho made the most of his opportunity, setting up the game-winning goal for fellow substitute Christopher Nkunku.
The winger, who had faced a strained relationship with Ten Hag at United, spoke positively about his move to West London.
Sancho expressed his gratitude for the warm welcome he received at Chelsea, contrasting his rocky experience at United, where Ten Hag sidelined him for much of the 2023-24 season. Before joining Chelsea, he spent time on loan at Borussia Dortmund. Speaking to Sky Sports, Sancho shared his joy at being back on the pitch, stating, “It’s amazing to make my debut for Chelsea. I’ve been working hard for this moment, and I’m just happy to be playing again.”
He also thanked the staff and his teammates for their support, noting how comfortable they made him feel from his first day at the club. Sancho’s return to the field is a fresh chapter after a difficult period, and he is looking forward to contributing to Chelsea’s success this season.
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