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Ten Hag to ESPN NL: Ronaldo lacked ability to endure required intensity
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Ten Hag explained his tactical demands to Ronaldo upon arrival but felt the forward could no longer meet the physical intensity required.
Erik ten Hag has clarified his decision-making regarding Cristiano Ronaldo's departure from Manchester United. Speaking to ESPN Netherlands, the manager said he outlined his intended style of play to Ronaldo when taking the job but ultimately concluded the forward no longer possessed the ability to sustain the demanding work ethic required. Ten Hag emphasized that success in his system demands pushing to absolute limits daily, training at maximum intensity, and maintaining peak physical fitness — standards he felt Ronaldo could not consistently meet.
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