Wout Weghorst Opens Up About His Time at United

Former Manchester United striker Wout Weghorst has made a surprising revelation about his struggles during his loan spell at the club last season. Weghorst, who was signed from Burnley following a successful 2022 World Cup with Holland, has put the blame on manager Erik ten Hag for his lackluster performance.

A Disappointing Record at United

During his time at United, Weghorst managed just two goals and three assists in 31 appearances. Despite winning the Carabao Cup and reaching the FA Cup final, the club decided not to make his loan deal permanent.

Defending His Involvement

In an interview with The Mirror, Weghorst defended his involvement with the team and highlighted his importance as a focal point of play and a hard-working link between midfield and attack. However, he acknowledged that his lack of goals ultimately cost him his starting place.

The Premier League Challenge

Weghorst acknowledged the difficulty of the Premier League, calling it the "toughest league in the world" with the best defenders. He also mentioned that United rarely dominated matches and created scoring opportunities, which was different from what he was used to.

Regrets and Missed Opportunities

While acknowledging his role in supporting his teammates, Weghorst expressed his desire to have scored more goals during his time at United. He compared his experience in Germany and Turkey, where teams played for him, to United, where he had to focus on helping others excel.

A Dream Move to United

Weghorst revealed that the opportunity to join Manchester United felt like a dream come true. He received a call from his agent, Simon Cziommer, who informed him about the interest from United. The striker was overwhelmed with emotion and even shed tears upon hearing the news.

Financial Sacrifices for the Transfer

The Dutch forward also shared that he had to make significant financial sacrifices to make the move to United possible. Despite having a good relationship with Besiktas' sporting director, who understood his dream of playing for United, the Turkish club continued to offer more lucrative deals.

An Emotional Experience

Weghorst described his first experience watching his new club play against Manchester City as a deeply emotional moment. Sitting in the stadium, surrounded by chanting fans, he realized that he was now a part of Manchester United. Witnessing one of the greatest football matches on earth made his childhood dream come true.

Overall, Weghorst's time at Manchester United may not have been as successful as he had hoped, but he remains grateful for the opportunity and continues to strive for success at his current club, Hoffenheim.