Piers Morgan: 'Ten Hag is a complete idiot, he’s everything Ronaldo said he was'

Piers Morgan, the outspoken British journalist known for his controversial opinions, has once again directed sharp criticism towards Erik ten Hag, the current manager of Manchester United, in a recent interview with talkSPORT.

Morgan, who previously conducted a bombshell interview with Cristiano Ronaldo that led to the player's exit from the club, didn't hold back in his assessment of Ten Hag, while simultaneously praising Ronaldo, who is now shining at Al Nassr and with the Portuguese national team.

Morgan’s harsh words for Ten Hag stem from his belief that the Dutch coach lacks the ability to manage elite-level talent. He described Ten Hag as a "complete idiot" and went on to ridicule his management style, comparing him to a "bossy teacher" who struggles to handle top players. Morgan’s criticism specifically targeted Ten Hag's handling of high-profile players such as Cristiano Ronaldo, Jadon Sancho, and Marcus Rashford, who have either clashed with the coach or seen their form suffer under his leadership.

Morgan referenced Ronaldo’s candid interview, in which the Portuguese star voiced his frustrations with Ten Hag, a conversation that led to his departure from Old Trafford. "He's everything Cristiano Ronaldo told me he was in that interview," Morgan asserted, reaffirming his belief that the Dutch coach had mishandled one of the greatest players in the history of the game.

In Morgan’s view, Ten Hag’s inability to connect with top-tier talent is a fundamental flaw in his management approach. He argued that while the coach may be capable of working with lesser-known players, particularly those he brought over from Ajax, he has struggled to adapt to the demands of a club like Manchester United, where world-class players are expected to perform at the highest level.

"Look at the players he hasn’t been able to handle: Cristiano Ronaldo, Jadon Sancho, Marcus Rashford… All top players," Morgan remarked. He implied that Ten Hag is more comfortable managing players from smaller clubs or lower-profile backgrounds but lacks the necessary skills to deal with superstar athletes. Morgan also pointed out that Ten Hag’s approach has led to tensions and underperformance among key players, which has negatively affected the team.

Further driving home his point, Morgan expressed disbelief at the state of Manchester United under Ten Hag’s leadership, suggesting that the team has regressed compared to last season. He contrasted this with Ronaldo’s continued success, particularly with Portugal, where the veteran forward has continued to score and perform at an elite level. Morgan confidently stated that if Ronaldo had remained at Manchester United, he would have outshined the current forwards at the club, demonstrating his superiority on the pitch.

"I can’t believe I’m saying this, because it’s a miracle, but the team has gotten worse than last season," Morgan added, criticizing Ten Hag’s management for failing to improve the squad. In his view, Ronaldo’s presence would have significantly enhanced the team's attacking options, and the club’s decision to part ways with him has left them lacking in comparison to what Ronaldo could still offer, both in terms of goals and experience.

Morgan concluded his comments by lauding Ronaldo’s achievements, predicting that the Portuguese star will soon reach the historic milestone of 1,000 career goals. "He’s going to reach a thousand goals," Morgan said with conviction, underscoring his admiration for Ronaldo's enduring talent and longevity. Despite the fallout between Ronaldo and Manchester United, Morgan remains steadfast in his belief that the legendary forward’s departure was a huge mistake for the club and that Ronaldo continues to prove his greatness on the international stage and with his current club in Saudi Arabia.

In this latest criticism of Ten Hag, Morgan aligns himself with Ronaldo’s perspective, suggesting that the Dutch coach’s reign at Manchester United has been marred by poor decision-making and an inability to manage the club’s top stars effectively. Meanwhile, Ronaldo, freed from the constraints of United’s system, has continued to excel, reinforcing Morgan’s belief that the Portuguese icon remains one of the best players in the world.