'He's earned it' - Erik ten Hag praises hidden gem in Manchester United pre-season squad
Erik ten Hag believes Manchester United youngster Toby Collyer has 'earned' his opportunity to get first-team minutes.
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Erik ten Hag believes Manchester United youngster Toby Collyer has 'earned' his opportunity to get first-team minutes.
When Casemiro took off the captain's armband in the away dressing room at Lerkendal and strapped it onto Toby Collyer's bicep, the symbolism would have hung heavy in the air. This wasn't a changing of the guard just yet, but Manchester United's two captains on the night hinted at careers going in different directions.
Manchester United's pre-season officially began against Rosenborg in Trondheim with a callow squad lacking seniority.
Manchester United will be targeting a winning start to their pre-season preparations when they face Rosenborg at the Lerkendal Stadion this teatime, kick-off 5pm BST.
It's a quick return to action for Manchester United. The dust barely seems to have settled on last season before they strap on boots, shin pads and a new strip to get back into matches.
The jejune Manchester United social media team ignored a request to post news of Toby Collyer's new contract on Thursday. More housekeeping is required on the club website.
Erik ten Hag insisted on attending Manchester United midfielder Toby Collyer's signing ceremony as he agreed a new contract with the club.
Manchester United can move back up to sixth in the Premier League table this evening by beating Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park.