Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has offered his perspective on Liverpool counterpart Jürgen Klopp’s current state, acknowledging the potential for fatigue after a lengthy tenure. Ten Hag empathizes with Klopp, citing the demanding nature of managing in the Premier League alongside the pressures of European football.
“The Premier League is very intense, the combination with European club football, when you’re there nine years it’s a long period,” said Ten Hag, recognizing the challenges faced by managers in top-flight English football and continental competitions. Klopp, who has been at the helm of Liverpool for nine years, is understood to be experiencing the strain that comes with such a demanding role over an extended period.
Ten Hag’s comments reflect an understanding of the high-pressure environment that top managers operate in, especially when balancing domestic league responsibilities with the additional commitments of European tournaments.