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      Dramatic moment Man Utd keeper Andre Onana is mobbed by hundreds of fans after Cameroon match changes venue

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      MANCHESTER UNITED goalkeeper Andre Onana was swarmed by hundreds of fans while on international duty.Onana found himself surrounded by supporters as he tried to head for the airport following Cameroon’s 0-0 draw against Zimbabwe.Andre Onana was swarmed by fans after Cameroon’s 0-0 draw with ZimbabweThe star had nowhere to go because of the massive crowdFans lined the streets calling his nameOnana was finally put in a car that fans surroundedThe Cameroonian shotstopper had drawn a massive crowd of fans because of a change to the match’s venue.The Afcon qualification clash should have been played in Zimbabwe, but was instead held at the Mandela National Stadium in Uganda after the grounds in Zimbabwe were deemed to be substandard.Uganda is known to have a huge number of Manchester United fans and that was clear when Onana tried to make his way through the streets after the game.Fans swarmed around the 28-year-old and could be heard screaming his name and asking him for photographs.READ MORE ON MAN UTDAfter fighting his way through the sea of people, Onana was able to get into a car before heading off to the airport.Army personnel could be seen paving a way for Onana to get out on to the road, leaving the Cameroon team bus behind.The former Ajax and Inter Milan star had already caused a stir when he arrived in Uganda for the clash earlier in the week.Fans had been waiting at the Entebbe International Airport for his arrival and reports claim that airport staff and security were also asking him for photographs.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHis efforts on the pitch had certainly earned him some appreciation from the Cameroon fans as he stood out as a star performer for the Indomitable Lions by keeping a clean sheet.Onana made five saves to help Cameroon take another step closer to qualification for the Africa Cup of Nations.Man Utd wages 2024-25 revealedUp next for the experienced keeper is a return to the Premier League as Man Utd travel to Southampton on Saturday to try and right the wrongs of their 3-0 trashing to Liverpool last time out. It’ll be a busy week for Onana and Co as United also face Barnsley in the Carabao Cup in the midweek and Crystal Palace the following Saturday.Onana was the standout performer for CameroonCredit: Getty More

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      Inside Harry Kane’s diet and fitness regime as the England star vows to follow in Cristiano Ronaldo’s footsteps

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      WITH two lethal strikes with his trusted right foot, Harry Kane scored his 67th and 68th goals for England against Finland.The goals reaffirmed his place among the game’s most feared strikers on his 100th appearance for his country.Harry Kane celebrates scoring against Finland for the Three LionsKane has admitted he’s inspired by Cristiano Ronaldo’s longevity in the gameBefore his masterclass in finishing, Kane, 31, revealed his plan is to wear the Three Lions on his chest for as long as possible.Inspired by Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi, he is doing everything in his power to make sure his career twilight is as successful as those of his contemporaries.”I feel in really good shape, both physically and mentally, at a peak in my career,” Kane said.”Watching other players, [Cristiano] Ronaldo scoring his 901st goal, seeing him compete at 39 years old inspires me to play for as long as possible.Read more football news”I love this game, I love representing England – more than anything and I don’t want it to end any time soon.”For me, personally, now it’s about continuing to improve and being consistent both in an England shirt and at club level.”I’m hungry for more. I’m determined to keep pushing the boundaries.”The levels of those boundaries are continuously altered by Kane’s desire, which is supported by a strict diet and fitness regime.Most read in FootballAlongside his personal chef Dan Sargeant, who has crafted him a food plan, the former Tottenham striker is also teetotal.While when it comes to training, the marksman is always one of the first out for a session.How Harry Kane got even better at BayernDietSince around 2016, Kane has worked with Sargeant – who counts Conor Benn and Jack Grealish as some of the athletes he helps with their performance goals.”I think, over the last year or so now, I’ve changed a lot off the pitch with the nutrition side of it,” Kane told the Telegraph in 2017.”It kind of clicked in my head that a football career is so short. It goes so quickly, you have to make every day count.”So, I have a chef at home to eat the right food, helping recovery.”You can’t train as hard as you’d like when you have so many games, so you have to make the little gains elsewhere, like with food. That will help me going into a tournament year, with my body and my recovery.”He added: “I appreciate good players,.”Messi and Ronaldo, they’re doing it every week consistently.”That’s what I aspire to do. It’s good to have the appreciation, but I have to focus on what I want to do.”Ronaldo, at 39, shows no sign of ageing having scored his 901st career goal against Scotland.He too follows a strict diet, chowing down on plenty of fish, chicken and salad. Incredibly, he can eat up to SIX TIMES a day, with braised cod, swordfish and tuna his go-tos. Cristiano Ronaldo scored his 901st career goal against Scotland at 39Kane follows a strict diet off the pitchHot shot Kane swears by lean meats and salad, as this meal shared on his Instagram account showsMeals like this are prepared for Kane by performance chef Dan SargeantWhat’s on the menu?In a chat with the England Football website, Kane spoke about what he eats and how it transformed his career.”For breakfast, I vary it. I might have a slice of brown bread, avocado, and a two or three egg omelette with some spinach,” he said.”Sometimes I have coconut yoghurt with berries, homemade granola and a bit of honey.”For lunch, Kane divulged: “I love salmon, rice and veg. I will have salad and veg with every meal. I try to get as many nutrients as I can from food. I balance protein and carbs, leaning more towards carbs before a game.”On lighter training days, I might cut out carbs for a meal and go for protein and veg. The aim is to remain lean but also ensure you aren’t missing out and I have enough energy.”He concluded he varies lunch and dinner with, more or less, the same meals.”It’s mostly the same for dinner. I tend to eat fish or chicken, sometimes beef. I eat white fish, and salmon. I vary it for lunch and dinner,” he admitted.Top performance chef Daniel Sargeant has worked with Kane since around 2016Over the years, Kane has worked hard on his strapping 6ft2in physiqueHarry Kane reveals his favourite England goalsHARRY KANE is already England’s all-time record goalscorer.But the Three Lions skipper will NOT be stopping there.To mark his 100th cap for his country, Kane spoke to SunSport’s CHARLIE WYETT about some of his special England goals….FIRST ENGLAND GOAL“My debut v Lithuania. March 2015.”There was a lot of talk in the build-up to that camp because I was playing well for Spurs.“I got a great reception and within a couple of minutes I scored a goal.“I don’t think I could have dreamed it any better.“My friends and family were there. That was a really special night.”FAVOURITE ENGLAND GOAL“It’s between two, for me.“Against Germany, the one at Wembley in Euro 2020.“Also, the header against Tunisia at the World Cup in 2018.“That moment of scoring a last-minute winner at my first World Cup was special.”BEST ENGLAND GOAL“The one I scored in Poland away in a World Cup qualifier in 2021. It was from 25 yards.”(Kane picked up the ball from Kyle Walker, advanced towards goal and put his foot through it.)“It kind of drifted away and it was a good strike, probably my furthest-out goal for England.”TrainingIn terms of his training schedule, Kane has said in the past his “happy place” is when he’s practising finishing in sessions.Of those, he said: “I try and do realistic training where it’s game scenarios, bobbly ball, half a second to swivel and hit, crosses that have been whipped in at fast tempo.”It helps separate the good players and the top players.”But under Mauricio Pochettino at Tottenham, the Argentinian’s staff prepared a power programme for the hotshot striker to improve other areas of his game.As Men’s Health revealed in 2021, that consisted of hamstring, glute and single-leg exercises to enhance his acceleration and pace, as well as core work for strength and stability.Kane also worked with a sports scientist to work on the mechanics of sprinting, which focused on his arm movement.READ MORE SUN STORIESIn the past, Kane has admitted his favourite aspect of training is shooting practiceSpeed training has also been consistent with Kane’ improvementGolden Shoe award winner Kane hopes to play at the top for years to comeContinuously working on himself has made Kane the player he is today.That dedication separates the wheat from the chaff, so it will be no surprise to see Kane spearheading England’s attack at the World Cup in 2026. 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      Ex-Premier League star ends controversial international career at 25 a year after he was banned for skipping meeting

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      SHEFFIELD UNITED star Anel Ahmedhodzic has ended his international career with Bosnia and Herzegovina.The 25-year-old defender has chosen to step away from the national team after a number disputes.Anel Ahmedhodzic has said farewell to his international career with Bosnia and HerzegovinaCredit: GettyThe Sheffield United defender has had a number of disputes with the squad over the yearsCredit: GettyAhmedhodzic has often been a challenging player for the coaches.And according to coach Sergej Barbarez, the defender did not even contact the national team director, Emir Spahic about his decision.He then went on to confirm that Ahmedhodzic had ended his international career at just 25.In an interview with N1, the Sheffield United player announced his decision, citing numerous insults on social media as a reason for stepping away.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHe stated there was “no longer any reason for him to come and play” and wished his former team-mates and the new coaching staff all the best.The Blades ace made his international debut on October 8, 2020, under Dusan Bajevic.One notable Ahmedhodzic incident occurred a year ago when the Football Federation suspended him.This was due to his refusal to join the national team camp led by Meha Kodro for the European Championship qualifiers against Liechtenstein and Iceland.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAlthough this issue was eventually resolved the defender recently left the training camp for Bosnia’s upcoming matches against the Netherlands and Hungary.Born in Sweden to Bosnian parents, Ahmedhodzic played 24 games for the national team, scoring one goal against Ukraine in 2021.PREM RULE CHANGESThe star arrived at Bramall Lane in 2022 from Swedish side Malmo and has made 75 appearances for the Blades.Changes to the Premier League for 2024/25NOTHING stays the same forever.And that includes the Premier League, which is making a number of tweaks this season.Team news will now be released 75 MINUTES before kick-off, 15 minutes earlier than had been the case before.Things could get crowded on the touchline, with the number of substitutes permitted to warm-up boosted from three players per team to FIVE.There’s also a change to how added time is calculated when a team scores a goal, an update to the ‘multiball’ system and the introduction of semi-automated offsides – but not straight away.Go here to read about all the changes to the Premier League for 2024/25. More

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      ‘Proud’ David Beckham shares adorable school photos of daughter Harper and she looks unrecognisable

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      DAVID BECKHAM proudly showed off some incredible throwback photos of daughter Harper as he flaunted his Emmy.The former Manchester United and England captain received the prestigious gong this week for his hit “Beckham” documentary on Netflix.David Beckham’s hit Netflix documentary recently won an EmmyCredit: ALAMYBecks showed off the prestigious gong on his InstagramCredit: INSTAGRAM@DAVIDBECKHAMThe 49-year-old posed with the award in front of some incredible throwbacks of his familyCredit: INSTAGRAM@DAVIDBECKHAMThe four-part show won the Emmy for the best Documentary or Nonfiction Series.David, 49, was over the moon at the doc’s scooping of the award after it received five nominations.Along with a series of snaps of the gold gong, he wrote on Instagram: “Safely back in Office.”Still can’t believe we won an EMMY.”READ MORE SPORTS NEWSA “proud” as punch Becks then shared a photo of himself posing with the award in front of framed pictures of his kids and wife Victoria to his Instagram story on Tuesday.And on display were some adorable school photos of Harper.The photos showed Harper throughout the years as she beamed in her annual school pictures.Harper, 13, was closer to a spitting image of her superstar dad when she was younger.Most read in FootballBut she’s started to look like her Spice Girl mum, Victoria, as she’s grown older.Just last week, fans of the Beckhams were blown away by Harper’s resemblance to her mum after she posted a snap of them on holiday to her Instagram.Incredible unseen footage from David and Victoria Beckham’s £1m weddingOne of Harper’s 163,000 followers wrote: “They look more like sisters than mother and daughter!”Another said: “She has Victoria’s face.”Harper looks unrecognisable to her old school photosCredit: Instagram @victoriabeckham More

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      Gareth Southgate responds after Gary Lineker’s ‘we told you’ remark over England team selection

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      GARETH SOUTHGATE has responded to Gary Lineker’s “we told you” comments over his England team selection.The former Three Lions boss stepped down following the heartbreaking defeat by Spain in Euro 2024.Gareth Southgate has responded to comments made by Gary LinekerCredit: AlamyLineker had pointed to criticism of Southgate’s team selectionCredit: GettySouthgate, 54, had been criticised for his team selection during the tournament.He was dug out by Lineker for his omission of Jack Grealish from the squad and limited use of Trent Alexander-Arnold and Anthony Gordon.The BBC presenter pointed to the changes interim boss Lee Carsely made during the Nations League win over the Republic of Ireland.Lineker insisted that critics of Southgate would be saying “we told you” after the success of the changes.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLSouthgate has responded to those comments by saying there is “no point” in him getting involved.He told Sky: “I have shut off from everything.”There’s no point in me talking about the team now.”It’s for me to let other people take over, to give them the space to go and take the team on to the next challenges.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERS”There’s no point in me getting involved in anything like that.”Southgate also insisted that he is not “rushing” to make a decision on his next management job.England’s player ratings against FinlandSouthgate’s England recordHere is a look at Gareth Southgate’s record as England manager.Overall recordGames: 102Wins: 61Draws: 24Losses: 17Goals scored: 213Goals conceded: 72What Lineker said about SouthgateHere is what Gary Lineker said about the changes Lee Carsley since replacing Gareth Southgate…Speaking on The Rest is Football, he said: “It’s interesting as well, isn’t it, that perhaps some of the things fans were most disappointed about in the Euros – well, probably three things, maybe more.”But everyone wanted Anthony Gordon to play on the left because we all saw a weakness and an unbalance on that side.”Also that he can run behind players because Kane likes to come short and you’ve got to have a threat behind so he did that.”The other thing was he [Southgate] left Jack Grealish out of the squad which a lot of people were bemused by and he’s come in and performed really well. “And obviously, he never really trusted Trent Alexander-Arnold. In the first game Carsley has come up with all these things and a lot of us are going ‘you see? We told you’.”He added: “I’ve got lots of opportunities, I’m very open-minded to what’s next.”That might be in football, that might be outside of football. I’m just going to take some time, refresh, recharge and go from there.”I think at the moment, people know that I need to get my energy back.”Southgate’s successor, Carsely, has got off to a perfect start since taking over the senior team.He has overseen 2-0 victories over Ireland and Finland in the Nations League.The win over Finland saw Harry Kane mark his 100th England cap with a deadly double.England’s Euro 2024 row with punditsBy Tom Barclay, Football ReporterHistorically, it has been the newspapers that the England team have directed their frustration at when not playing well in a major tournament.But at this summer’s Euros it was the pundits in the firing line rather than the traditional press as Gareth Southgate’s side laboured out of a dream group.The first half an hour of the opening 1-0 win over Serbia aside, Southgate’s struggled badly in their opening three fixtures which included poor draws against Denmark and Slovenia.It prompted fierce criticism from England legends Alan Shearer and Gary Lineker in particular.Shearer hammered the team for their 1-1 with the Danes on BBC commentary, claiming there was “no excuse” for the lacklustre display.Lineker was also deeply unimpressed, commenting on his Rest is Football podcast: “I mean, you can think of all sorts of words and expletives if you like, but it was s***”.Captain Harry Kane held a press conference a few days later ahead of the Slovenia game in which he was asked about Lineker’s X-rated verdict.The Bayern star said: “What ex-players who are pundits now have got to realise is it’s very hard not to listen to it now, especially for some players who are not used to it or are new to the environment. I always feel like they have a responsibility as an ex-England player that a lot of players looked up to.”Social media was also predictably awash with flak for the team and it spilled out into the stadium after the 0-0 draw with Slovenia, when boss Southgate had three empty beer cups chucked at him as he went to applaud the fans at full-time.Southgate claimed he was “oblivious” to the pundit stick he was getting – including from ex-team-mates – but tellingly did brand the atmosphere he was working in as “an unusual environment”.England were a last-gasp Jude Bellingham overhead kick away from a humiliating exit in the last-16 to Slovakia, continuing their underwhelming form before turning it round in extra-time.An irked Bellingham hit out at some of “negativity” surrounding the team in his post-match press conference.While Southgate also opened up on the personal nature of the attacks on him, saying: “I can’t deny that some of the personal nature, you know… This is a job where you get ridiculed, and your professional capability is questioned beyond belief, and I don’t think it’s normal to have beer thrown at you either.”Southgate would go on to take England to the final, where the team lost 2-1 to Spain thanks to a heartbreakingly late strike from Mikel Oyarzabal, before stepping down the following week. 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      England fans love it as history repeats itself with Three Lions legend’s son scoring in U17s win in Germany

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      ENGLAND fans are overjoyed after history repeated itself in Germany 23 years on.The Three Lions famously beat the Germans on their own patch in Munich 5-1 in 2001.Reigan Heskey scored the third goal as England Under-17s beat GermanyCredit: GettyThe young forward came off the bench to seal the victory in GermanyCredit: GettyFans were reminded of his dad Emile Heskey scoring for England in GermanyCredit: Times Newspapers LtdHeskey scored the final goal in England’s famous 5-1 routCredit: Times Newspapers LtdLiverpool trio Michael Owen, Steven Gerrard and Emile Heskey all got on the scoresheet with Owen netting a hat-trick.Heskey put the final nail in the Germany coffin as he burst through on goal in the 74th minute before firing into the bottom corner on an historic night for England.And years on his young son Reigan did exactly the same as the Under-17s came from behind to beat Germany.Reigan Heskey, 16, came off the bench to wrap up the victory after goals from Manchester United’s Kaden Braithwaite and Seth Ridgeon overturned Germany’s 1-0 lead.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLEngland’s official X account celebrated by sharing the goal alongside the caption: “An away win in Germany with Heskey on the scoresheet?” followed by a winking emoji.Fans celebrated the victory and loved the fact history repeated itself with a Heskey firing past Germany.One reacted saying: “HESKEY MAGIC! Who else but Emile Heskey to score in a massive away win in Germany?”Another added: “3-1! Even Heskey scored,” in reference to the chant created by England fans following the 2001 win.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSCan you name the famous fathers?A third wrote: “Brings back memories!”Heskey Jr plays for Manchester City and has featured in the Under-18 Premier League this season, scoring one goal in three games.Premier League’s Biggest Spenders: Top 10 Seasons More

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      Kyle Walker’s scorned wife Annie Kilner returns to Instagram after a year and posts rare family picture

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      KYLE WALKER’S wife Annie Kilner has returned to Instagram for the first time in a year, posting a rare family picture with her four sons.The Manchester City and England defender, 34, was booted out of the family home after influencer Lauryn Goodman sent Annie a message on Boxing Day last year revealing Walker had fathered a second child with her.Kyle Walker was kicked out of the family home by Annie KilnerCredit: EPAAnnie shared this picture on Instagram – her first in more than a yearCredit: Instagram @annievkilnerAnnie and Walker have four children togetherCredit: InstagramHe recently went on holiday to Turkey with Annie and their kids, before they also travelled to North Wales to celebrate her 31st birthday.But she stunned Walker after those trips by refusing to take him back.And now she has returned to social media with a picture on her Instagram story.Annie could be seen walking with her boys in a black top and jean shorts between rows of palm trees.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLWalker was nowhere in sight as he continues to live in an apartment owned by Man City.He has played just two minutes for Pep Guardiola’s side this season and was left out of Lee Carsley’s first England squad.In an exclusive interview with The Sun soon after his second love child was revealed, Kyle publicly apologised to his estranged wife.He spoke of his desire to save the marriage and described Annie as his “soulmate”.Most read in FootballWalker has fathered two children with Lauryn GoodmanCredit: GettyShe was later at the Etihad Stadium to support him as City won the title for a record fourth time in a row.And she attended all but one of England’s matches at the Euros in Germany.Kyle Walker shows his true colours as he reveals conversation with Lee Carsley after being dropped from England squad But Lauryn also travelled to one of them with their son, Kairo, four.This comes as Lauryn claimed her ex lover Kyle wanted to bed her on a date in a London hotel room — days before he said publicly he regretted their “mistake” of a relationship.The pair were embroiled in a bitter court battle in July, which saw the Celebrities Go Dating star slammed by a judge.It was even revealed the ex-mistress had been using the footballer as an “open-ended cheque book” after giving birth to Kairo.Bombshell documents showed how she demanded eye-watering costs, which included £33,000 for air conditioning at her seven-bedroom mansion in Hove, Sussex, a £22,000 furnishing fund, £70,000 for a Mercedes GLE, to be replaced every three years, and a £30,000 car allowance for a nanny.But, Lauryn has since claimed the ­millionaire footballer told her he had never “for a ­second” been sorry they had got together and wanted to “have my cake and eat it”.The influencer added that the Man City star “wanted a secret double life playing happy families” with their two kids.In an exclusive interview with The Sun on Sunday, Lauryn said he told her: “We can keep this between you and me.”READ MORE SUN STORIESMeanwhile Lauryn’s own sister slammed the mum-of-two and vowed she couldn’t forgive her.In another exclusive interview with The Sun, glamour model Chloe told how the feud saw her disinvite Lauryn from her dream wedding, claiming she had been “kept in the dark”. More

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      ‘I’m not happy with what I see’, warns Dutch legend as he slams Erik ten Hag’s Man Utd transfers

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      RAFAEL VAN DER VAART has criticised Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag’s transfer business at Old Trafford.Ten Hag, 54, has signed 21 players that cost a whopping total of £611million during his two-year stint as United manager.Rafael van der Vaart slammed Erik ten Hag’s Manchester United signingsCredit: GettyMan Utd boss Ten Hag has signed many Dutch players and former Ajax starsCredit: GettyVan der Vaart is concerned with Matthijs de Ligt’s move to Man UtdCredit: RexThe Dutchman has landed four compatriots in Tyrel Malacia, Wout Weghorst, Joshua Zirkzee and Matthijs de Ligt who cost a total of £98.7m.He also brought in five players that used to compete under him at Ajax in Andre Onana, Noussair Mazraoui, Lisandro Martinez, Antony and De Ligt who cost a staggering 251.4m.Van der Vaart, 41, is “not the biggest fan” of that strategy because that brings even higher pressure to the manager when results don’t go his way.And United’s performances haven’t improved under the Dutch tactician, who already counts two losses in three Premier League matches this season after the opening victory over Fulham.Read More on Man UtdTen Hag has found himself under fire again and the ex-Tottenham star believes his compatriot will only “survive” at the helm if he gets on a winning run after the international break.Van der Vaart told SunSport: “Yes, it’s tough, I think, he’s been there a few years and really spent a lot of money for his own players, which I don’t really like. “When you as a coach, you bring a lot of Dutch people in or players, I am not the biggest fan of that because when you lose a few times then the pressure is even higher, and the football is also not really getting better. “I saw them against Liverpool, and that, of course, it’s a tough pill to swallow because it’s like the biggest game – like the North London Derby – and you lose without a chance. Most read in Football”Now he needs a lot of wins. Then he will survive but we will have to wait and see.”Van der Vaart is especially concerned with De Ligt’s move to Old Trafford as he is “disappointed” with recent performances.Man Utd wages 2024-25 revealedThe ex-Real Madrid star always thought the centre-back is a “top player” but also considered him to be a “wild” defender when he went for tackles during his time at Ajax under Ten Hag.After stints at Juventus and Bayern Munich, the Netherlands legend is “not happy” with De Ligt’s development as he still notices some similar flaws.Van der Vaart said when asked if De Ligt is the answer to United’s defensive woes: “A few years ago I would say 100 per cent but when he left Ajax , I have to say, I’m a little bit disappointed in his development. “So I think he is quality. He’s fantastic. He’s a great guy. Works hard for your team, the best, top player but he makes too many mistakes. You also need a little bit of luck, and he is in the phase now that he’s really unlucky. And then he’s a little bit wild. “He was a little bit too wild [at Ajax]. So that means, going into tackles.And you think, ‘Hey, stay relaxed. Just look how the situation ends’. “And he went to Italy. Then I found out there he’s gonna learn how to defend. But I’m not happy with what I see.”Players ‘don’t look happy’Van der Vaart is adamant it is very hard for any manager to follow up Sir Alex Ferguson’s trophy-laden 27-year spell at United.However, the former midfielder insists there is still “no energy” at the Red Devils and players “don’t look happy” when they’re playing.Van der Vaart added: “Sometimes it’s difficult to replace the coach who really fits to the culture and everything. And Ferguson was, of course, there for so many years. And he’s also a lot of the times in the stadium, so he never left and that sometimes maybe is difficult. “And the manager struggles with the pressure. But they have good players. They spent a lot of money, but somehow, inside the team, inside the club, it doesn’t work and it’s difficult to say something about that from the outside. READ MORE SUN STORIES”But also, when they play they don’t look happy. It’s not like they are, ‘Oh, nice. We have another game. We’re gonna kill it’. No, it’s all, ‘Oh, s**t, we have to go again’. No energy.”Rafael van der Vaart was speaking on behalf of BetMGM. Play the new £1million Golden Goals game this season by predicting Premier League scores at https://www.betmgm.co.uk. BeGambleAware 18+Erik ten Hag’s Man Utd signingsHere’s the full list of all the Manchester United signings that have taken place under manager Erik ten Hag:Antony – £85m Rasmus Hojlund – £72m Casemiro – £70m Mason Mount – £60m Lisandro Martinez – £57m (Further £2.2m in solidarity payments to Martinez’s former clubs)Leny Yoro – £52m (plus £6m in add-ons)Manuel Ugarte – £50.8Andre Onana – £47.2mMatthijs de Ligt – £43m Joshua Zirkzee – £36mNoussair Mazraoui – £17mTyrell Malacia – £14.6mAltay Bayindir – £4.3mChristian Eriksen – FreeJonny Evans – FreeSofyan Amrabat – Loan (£8.5m)Sergio Reguilon – Loan (No fee)Marcel Sabitzer – Loan (Undisclosed or No fee)Wout Weghorst – Loan (£2.5m compensation to cancel Besiktas loan, £2.6m fee to Burnley)Martin Dubravka – Loan (£2m)Jack Butland – Loan (Undisclosed or No fee) More