Ten Hag's message as Jones leaves United
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has given his reaction to the news that Phil Jones will depart the club at the end of the current season.
The 31-year-old defender, who was signed from Blackburn Rovers back in 2011, made 229 appearances for the Reds but has struggled with injury problems during his last few seasons at Old Trafford.
As Jones prepares for his next move, the manager has been speaking warmly about him and offering praise for the successes he achieved during his 12-year association with the club.
As Jones prepares for his next move, the manager has been speaking warmly about him and offering praise for the successes he achieved during his 12-year association with the club.
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''I think he has [had] a great career, what he achieved," said Ten Hag, when asked about Jones during Friday's pre-match press conference.
"Winning the Premier League, winning the FA Cup, winning the Europa League, being present at two World Cups... he has had a massive career at Man United.
"All the credit to him for his career."
"Winning the Premier League, winning the FA Cup, winning the Europa League, being present at two World Cups... he has had a massive career at Man United.
"All the credit to him for his career."
The boss believes Jones can hold his held high as he embarks on a new chapter.
In his pre-match interview with club media, Erik added: "He can look back with a really good feeling about his career.
"I wish him all the best for the future.''
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