Man United boss Erik ten Hag praises club after transfer moves

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag said they were at the forefront of the transfer market because the club’s management had taken quick and decisive steps to sign new players following the signings of Leny Yoro and Joshua Zirkzee.

Since British billionaire and INEOS chairman Sir Jim Ratcliffe took control of football operations at Old Trafford in February after acquiring a 25 percent stake, United has not only witnessed a new hierarchy but also benefited from new ideas.

United signed French defender Yoro on a five-year contract for 62 million euros ($67 million) on Thursday. Before his move to Manchester, the 18-year-old had already been courted by several top European clubs, including Real Madrid.

Another key signing was striker Zirkzee, who had an excellent season with Serie A club Bologna last season and played for the Netherlands at the European Championships. United paid €42.5 million ($46.2 million) for the 23-year-old on a five-year deal.

“It’s very good that we’re also involved in the attack, we’re very proactive,” said Ten Hag on Saturday. “So the management is doing a great job at the moment and that’s how we want to operate as United.”

“We are very ambitious and we always have to be up to date and ready for the season. The sooner you get your players, the faster you can work on your team.”

Yoro made a strong impression on his United debut in the 2-0 friendly win over Scottish side Rangers on Saturday, while Zirkzee, who has been given a break after the European Championships, is expected to join the squad in August.