Holland icon Marco van Basten urges Erik ten Hag to reunite with ex-Ajax star Hakim Ziyech and make the out-of-favour Chelsea winger one of his first signings as Man United’s new boss
Marco van Basten has urged Erik ten Hag to sign Hakim Ziyech for Man UnitedZiyech, who played under Ten Hag at Ajax, has fallen out of favour at ChelseaHolland icon Van Basten believes Ziyech could thrive under Ten Hag at UnitedTen Hag has already started work at United after winning the Eredivisie with Ajax
Marco van Basten has urged Erik ten Hag to make Chelsea winger Hakim Ziyech one of his first signings as Manchester United manager.
Ten Hag has already started work at Old Trafford just days after wrapping up the Eredivisie title with Ajax, insisting ‘it’s time to turn the switch now’ and get the Red Devils back on track.
With the Dutchman looking to make his mark at United from the get go, Holland legend Van Basten believes a reunion with one of his former stars could bring success in his first season in Manchester.
Marco van Basten has urged Erik ten Hag to sign Hakim Ziyech (pictured) for Man United
Holland legend Van Basten (right) believes Ziyech could become a ‘very good footballer’ under Ten Hag (left) again at Old Trafford
Ziyech was a key player under Ten Hag at Ajax – which saw them win the Eredivisie in 2018 – before he was sold to Chelsea for £33million two years later.
And while the winger has gone on to win the Champions League, UEFA Super Cup and Club World Cup with the Blues, the Moroccan international has struggled to nail down a starting spot under Tuchel this season having started just 12 Premier League games all campaign.
With the 29-year-old now seemingly out of favour, Van Basten believes a reunion with Ten Hag could be hugely beneficial.
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