Real Madrid dressing room reaction to Zinedine Zidane speaks volumes for Manchester United

If Erik ten Hag is finding it difficult to inspire confidence within his Manchester United squad, Zinedine Zidane could be a significant improvement in that respect. The Red Devils are currently experiencing their worst start to a Premier League season with a five-game winless streak.

Old Trafford seems to be filled with a sense of apathy as Ten Hag struggles to evoke a reaction from his players. This contrasts sharply with the commanding presence of Zidane, whose departure from Real Madrid in 2018 reportedly had a profound impact on the Spanish giants.

Shortly after winning his third consecutive Champions League title, the Frenchman announced to his squad that he would be stepping down as head coach. Marca described the reaction in Los Blancos' dressing room as 'a bomb' – such was the effect it had on those who loved playing under Zidane.

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Meanwhile, there seems to be a feeling among some at Old Trafford that they would not be unhappy if Ten Hag did not complete a third season. This stark contrast between the two atmospheres highlights just how far the current United side is from recapturing its former glory.

Sir Alex Ferguson managed to instil a similar mix of respect and admiration in his players, but Ten Hag is the latest in a series of less charismatic figures to attempt and fail to recreate those relationships, reports the Mirror.

Trent Alexander-Arnold has recounted the shock felt by Liverpool's squad at Jurgen Klopp's announcement of his eventual departure. In February, the right-back said: "I was as shocked as anyone