Ten Hag wanted to bring in England striker, Harry Kane from Tottenham last summer for £100 million but settled for Rasmus Hojlund
By Kehinde Okeowo
Man United boss, Erik Ten Hag, has claimed that Financial Fair Play (FFP), hindered his club’s ability to challenge for the English Premier League (EPL) and the UEFA Champions League (UCL) trophies this season.
Speaking ahead of his league encounter against Luton Town on Sunday, the Dutch tactician said he could not build on last campaign’s third-placed finish and cup success due to budget restrictions caused by Man United’s need to balance the books.
Ten Hag wanted to bring in England striker, Harry Kane from Tottenham last summer for £100 million.
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However, the Red Devils spent £72 million on Rasmus Hojlund and £102 million on Mason Mount and keeper Andre Onana.
Ten Hag while addressing reporters said: “When we were in the summer, I think we had very good momentum. We had finished third, we won one final, and were in another final.
“Then we chose to bring in young players for the future – and that had to do with FFP.
“That was the choice we made – but you then know it will take longer before you can come into the competition for the top positions in the Premier League or Champions League.”