Erik ten Hag stance on Antony really shows Jadon Sancho may have a point

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Jadon Sancho and Manchester United were meant to be a match made in heaven but it has been one of the unhappiest marriages in recent history.

When Erik Ten Hag was appointed as manager it seemed like another perfect match but this has been far from the case. The pair have fallen out and there seems to be no way back.

Jadon Sancho’s accusation that Ten Hag had favourites in the team were widely criticised but as the months have gone on, the former Borussia Dortmund winger may well not be far from the truth.

The treatment of Antony by Ten Hag is one example of the Dutchman sticking by one of his former players.

Ten Hag and Antony

In no way am I suggesting the Dutchman has favourites but the former Ajax winger has been given ample chances despite his consistently poor form.

The Brazilian has done little to justify his huge price tag with the Old Trafford club forked out on him, which is believed to be £86 million according to Sky Sports.

Sancho, however, despite his qualms with the Dutchman maybe having a semblance of truth, the Englishman has done nowhere near to justify his £73 million price tag, either.

The solution for Ten Hag is simple, whether he will do it, however, is a big question.

Ten Hag’s plan

The Dutchman, simply put, has to drop his underperforming stars, no matter what the cost is on the pitch.

Whether it’s Marcus Rashford, Bruno Fernandes, Antony or any other underperforming star, Ten Hag needs to return to that ruthless streak that he showed last season.

So many younger players would give you that passion and energy. Hannibal Mejbri, despite his naivety at times, was energetic. Kobbie Mainoo, too, is ready, there’s no doubting that.

Alejandro Garnacho deserves a run in the team, too. It’s just a question of whether these players will be given the consistent chances that they deserve.

The fanbase will stick by Ten Hag a lot more if he drops these overpaid stars and gives chances to these younger players who are banging on the door for regular football.

Sancho, despite his suspension, is right about one thing – the favouritism needs to end, ruthlessness is needed.