Erik ten Hag reacts to Steve McClaren leaving Manchester United for Jamaica job

### Erik ten Hag Thanks Steve McClaren for ‘Tremendous Service’ as Coach Departs Manchester United for Jamaica National Team Role

Erik ten Hag, Manchester United’s manager, has expressed his gratitude towards Steve McClaren for his valuable contributions over the past two years. McClaren is leaving his role at United to take charge of the Jamaica men’s national team, where he has previously worked as a technical adviser for FIFA.

McClaren’s departure marks the end of his second stint at Old Trafford. He previously served as Sir Alex Ferguson’s assistant more than two decades ago. Ten Hag, who has known McClaren for 16 years since their time together at FC Twente, praised his colleague’s dedication and influence.

“I want to thank Steve for his tremendous service over the past two years,” Ten Hag said on the club’s official website. “He has been an invaluable source of support and advice to me since I arrived in English football, helping us achieve two trophies while laying down foundations for further success. Steve and I have been friends for 16 years, and that relationship will continue as he embarks on this next challenge, as will his bond with Manchester United. All of us at the club wish Steve the best of luck in his new role.”

Manchester United confirmed that McClaren will oversee the return of international players to pre-season training at Carrington before leaving next week. McClaren expressed his gratitude towards the club and reflected on his time there.

“I wish to say a huge thank you to everyone at Manchester United for their friendship, help, and support during the past two years,” McClaren said. “I am delighted to have played my part in helping Erik deliver two trophies to the club, and for my final game to have been our FA Cup victory over Manchester City—there can be no better note on which to end. I have no doubt the foundations that are in place at Manchester United will see the club challenging again soon for all the major trophies.”

Regarding his new role with Jamaica, McClaren added, “I had no hesitation in accepting a position that is ideally suited to me at this stage of my career. I quickly came to realize the potential the country possessed while working with Jamaica at FIFA. In the years since, that potential has grown significantly, and there is every reason to believe that with continued hard work and development, a bright future lies ahead.”

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