Ten Hag reveals no rush for Sancho to return to form

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Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag has admitted that although. He would like to have Jadon Sancho in his squad. He would not rush his players back into action during this time. this in any way

The 22-year-old, who joined from Borussia Dortmund 18 months ago for £73m. Has not featured for the Red Devils since their 1-1 draw with Chelsea. 1 last October Including also being dropped from the England national team for the 2022 World Cup last November as well

Ten Hag has revealed that the reason Sancho. Was left out of the squad for months was due to fitness and confidence. As a result, he miss the club’s tour of Spain at the end of the year break in favor of a private fitness program in Holland instead.

However, the England winger has returned to training with the squad this week. But the boss of Manchester United has come out in an interview that he will not rush the players to return to the field.

“I would like to have Sancho back in the team as soon as possible. But I can’t go on to hasten these processes. I will do everything in my power but in some processes you cannot rush it.”

“I had to show patience even though I probably didn’t have to. Because we are lacking in creating opportunities up front. I mean players who are ready to play and can be involved in games not only in the Premier League. But also playing football at the highest level.

“Jadon is that guy. When he’s fully fit he’ll be the one to help the team and we’ll have extra options that give us more chances to win,” said Ten Hag.