Fred, a former Manchester United player, recently criticized his former coach, Erik ten Hag, during an interview with the podcast Charla. The remarks resurfaced tensions from Fred's time at the club, where he played as an attacking midfielder before moving to Atlético Mineiro. Since the departure of Sir Alex Ferguson, Manchester United has struggled to return to its former dominance in the Premier League and European competitions. The club, which once held a strong reputation from the 1990s to the 2010s, has faced ongoing difficulties, with inconsistent performances and a lack of sustained success. Erik ten Hag was appointed as Manchester United's manager in July 2022 and led the team until October 2024, overseeing 128 matches. During his tenure, the club secured two major trophies: the League Cup in 2023 and the FA Cup in 2024. While these achievements are in line with previous and subsequent managerial records, they did not prevent internal tensions from developing within the squad. Fred acknowledged Erik ten Hag's tactical skills, calling him "one of the best I have ever worked with." However, he also criticized the coach's interpersonal conduct, stating that ten Hag "argued with everyone," including himself, Cristiano Ronaldo, Casemiro, and Marcus Rashford. These tensions reportedly contributed to Ronaldo's decision to leave Manchester United mid-season, moving to Al-Nassr. Ronaldo had previously spoken out about his frustrations with ten Hag's management style in an interview with journalist Piers Morgan. Fred concluded his comments by expressing frustration with the playing opportunities he received under ten Hag, stating that the coach often favored his Dutch teammates and created a "clique" within the team. His remarks highlight the complex relationship between players and management at a club that continues to seek stability and success.