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James Garner, the English midfielder currently playing for Everton, recently opened up about his departure from Manchester United and the candid conversation he had with Erik ten Hag, the club’s current manager.
Garner, who spent over a decade at Manchester United, left the club in 2022 after completing a £15 million transfer to Everton. Before making the switch, he had featured in seven matches for United, a club he had supported since he was a child.
The decision to leave was influenced by a direct discussion with Ten Hag, who had just taken over as United’s manager that summer. Garner shared in a 2023 interview how this conversation played a key role in his decision to pursue opportunities elsewhere.
He described Ten Hag as a kind but firm manager, with a reputation for strict discipline and a no-nonsense approach to team rules. Garner recalled how the conversation about his future at United did not go the way he had hoped. “Ten Hag is a good man but very strict,” Garner explained. “He has a firm stance on discipline and doesn’t hesitate to call things out or hold people accountable for their mistakes.”
During their talk, Garner took the opportunity to ask Ten Hag directly about his potential role in the squad. He wanted to know if the manager saw him as part of the club’s future or if he would have a chance to regularly play for the team.
Unfortunately, the response wasn’t what Garner had anticipated. “I had a straightforward conversation with him, asking if he saw me as part of his plans or if I would get game time,” Garner said. “When things didn’t go the way I’d hoped, I realized it was time to move on.”
His decision to leave United came shortly after an impressive loan spell at Nottingham Forest during the 2021-22 season, where he played a crucial role in helping them secure promotion to the Premier League. His performances caught the eye of several clubs, making it an ideal moment for him to seek a permanent move away from Manchester United.
Despite his strong attachment to United, Garner recognized that his future lay elsewhere. Everton offered him more playing time and a clearer path for growth, prompting him to make the move to the Merseyside club.
The midfielder’s decision was driven by his desire for more regular opportunities, something he felt uncertain about under Ten Hag’s management.
Since joining Everton, Garner has become a valuable addition to the team, continuing to grow and develop in the Premier League. Reflecting on his departure from United, Garner acknowledged that while the conversation with Ten Hag was pivotal, his move to Everton has opened a new and exciting chapter in his career.
Although he was disappointed not to fit into Ten Hag’s plans, Garner remains optimistic about his future, focusing on his progress as a player and contributing to Everton’s success in the Premier League.
