Erik ten Hag sends 'thank you message' to Manchester United fans after sacking - 'Achievements I will cherish for life'

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Erik ten Hag has issued a statement, four days after being sacked by Manchester United. The Dutchman endured a dismal start to the campaign, with United 14th in the Premier League and 21st of 36 teams in the UEFA Europa League table. Ten Hag thanked the club's fans and pointed to the two trophies he won at Old Trafford. Sporting CP's Ruben Amorim was announced as his successor earlier on Friday.

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Erik ten Hag has issued a message to Manchester United fans after being sacked by the club.

The Dutchman’s final game as United manager was last Sunday’s 2-1 defeat to West Ham United, which left the club languishing 14th in the Premier League with just three wins from their opening nine games.

The Red Devils also sit 21st of 36 teams in the UEFA Europa League table, having drawn all three of their matches in the competition.

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Hours after Man United announced that Sporting CP boss Ruben Amorim is set to succeed Ten Hag from November 11, the 54-year-old released a statement thanking the club's fans and pointing to the two trophies he won at Old Trafford.

The statement in full reads: "Dear fans, let me start by thanking you. Thank you for always being there for the club.

"Whether it was a game far away or a tough match at Old Trafford, your support has been unshakeable. The atmosphere at Old Trafford has always been electrifying, thanks to you. I felt it many times.

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"Also in away games, it gave the team and me an incredible feeling to hear the United chants taking over the opponents' stadiums, whether the game was in England, Europe or during the summer tours.

"I always enjoyed meeting Manchester United fans throughout the world. Walking the streets and being able to chat with fans in England, Europe, Asia, Australia, the USA – you inspired me and radiated a strong sense of unity. That’s what makes United supporters so special.

"I want to thank you for giving me this feeling and for your support. I also want to thank the staff in every department of the club for their unwavering support in good times and bad.

"We won two trophies – achievements that I will cherish for the rest of my life. Of course, my dream was to bring more trophies to the cabinet. Unfortunately, that dream has come to an end.

"I wish all Manchester United fans nothing but success, trophies and glory. Your support and the warmth I received from everyone at the club helped me feel at home. Thank you for this chapter in my life."

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