Erik Ten Hag aims to sign Wout Weghorst for FC Twente
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 22, 2026, 12:50 PM
Last updated Jun 22, 2026
Erik ten Hag is pursuing Wout Weghorst for FC Twente as he begins his tenure as sporting director. Ten Hag previously managed Weghorst on loan at Manchester United but is now focused on strengthening Twente's squad for the upcoming season. Although Weghorst had a disappointing stint at United, making 31 appearances and scoring only twice, Ten Hag expressed confidence in the striker's potential. Currently, Weghorst is concentrating on the World Cup, where he aims to help the Netherlands secure the title. Ten Hag's comments reflect his desire to make an impactful start in this new role.
- •Ten Hag is now sporting director at FC Twente.
- •He previously managed Wout Weghorst at Manchester United.
- •Weghorst had a brief loan spell in 2023 with United.
- •He made 31 appearances but only scored twice.
- •Weghorst is currently focused on the World Cup.
- 12:50 PMYahoo Sports — Erik Ten Hag keen to reunite with former United loanee Wout Weghorst
"Former Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag is looking to make a strong start in his new role as sporting director of FC Twente and he is hoping a reunion with a player he brought to Old Trafford co...
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