In a recent interview, the Dutchman stated that he will not take unnecessary risks with his players.
With several key players still recovering from injuries, Ten Hag is keen to prioritize their availability for the upcoming season. The likes of Bruno Fernandes, Lisandro Martinez, and Alejandro Garnacho have yet to feature in pre-season friendlies, while Leny Yoro and Rasmus Højlund are already ruled out due to injuries.
In his words: