Ex-Manchester United Star Talks About Facing the Red Devils in the Premier League
Dimitar Berbatov Believes His Former Club Can Challenge for the Title This Season
Dimitar Berbatov has said that he believes his former club Manchester United can challenge for the Premier League title this season.
The Bulgarian striker, who played for United from 2008 to 2012, said that he is impressed with the team's progress under manager Erik ten Hag.
“I think they have a good chance of winning the league this season,” Berbatov told Betfair.
United Have a Good Squad and a Good Manager
Berbatov said that United have a good squad with a good mix of experience and youth.
He also praised Ten Hag, saying that the Dutchman is a “very good manager” who has “a clear philosophy” for how he wants his team to play.
“I think they have a good chance of winning the league this season,” Berbatov said.
United Need to Be Consistent
However, Berbatov warned that United need to be consistent if they want to win the title.
He said that the team has a tendency to “drop points against smaller teams” and that they need to improve their away form.
“They need to be more consistent,” Berbatov said.
United Have a Tough Run of Fixtures
United have a tough run of fixtures coming up, with games against Manchester City, Arsenal, and Chelsea in the next few weeks.
Berbatov said that these games will be a “big test” for the team.
“They have a tough run of fixtures coming up, but I think they can get through it,” Berbatov said.
United Are a Team to Watch
Berbatov said that United are a team to watch this season and that he believes they can challenge for the title.
“I think they have a good chance of winning the league this season,” Berbatov said.