Chelsea spending a warning to new Manchester United owners, says Erik ten Hag - 'You need to have a strategy'

Manchester United must avoid falling into the same trap as Chelsea by ensuring they spend wisely if new owners come in, says manager Erik ten Hag. The two clubs face off in the penultimate round of the Premier League on Thursday night, with United looking to lock down a top-four finish and the Blues languishing in 12th place.

Ad Chelsea owner Todd Boehly has pumped more than £600m into a raft of new signings since taking control of the London club last summer, but that investment hasn’t led to on-field success. Premier LeagueTen Hag confirms 'ill' Rashford a doubt for Bournemouth clash, Jones to leave this summer19/05/2023 AT 12:19 And Ten Hag believes that serves as a warning for the Old Trafford hierarchy, with the Red Devils currently in the midst of a bidding process for a takeover.

«You have to do the right things,» said Ten Hag. «You can have money, but you have to do it and spend it in a smart way and you need to have a strategy behind it — otherwise the money doesn't work.

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«I think there are many more teams in the Premier League who are really strong.» Ten Hag’s first season as United boss has been a success; the Dutchman won the League Cup in February, led the club to the FA Cup final and is one point away from securing a return to the Champions League. «I think we are in a good