Full transcript: Every word from Erik ten Hag’s first press conference as Man Utd boss

There is a lot to be done in terms of performance, but have you thought about changing the atmosphere?

“In every club we think about what is in the club, what is in the spirit of the club, and that is what we want to know. But also, and that is why they appoint me as the manager, I have to bring something to the club. A dynamic. If you want to achieve the top, you have to demand, and that is what we are willing to do.”

It’s been nine years since United last won the Premier League title. Realistically how long will it take to be challenging again?

“I don’t think about that in this moment. What we are thinking about is that this is a project, which I know always takes time, but I know that in this club – and I have experience with other clubs like Ajax and Bayern Munich – we want to win. We want to win every game, so we go from game to game and then we will see.”

Did you think about coming here when you were offered the job? Is it a risk that you could be putting your reputation on the line?

“I don’t see it as a risk. I think this club has a great history and now let’s make a future. It is really exciting to do that with the people around who are in the club, and we also bring people in with the staff. We will analyse the squad and we will go on day-to-day. Work hard, one hundred per cent committed, and then I am sure we will get success.”

How much are you looking forward to the Premier League?

“It’s fantastic, but I already met big coaches, big teams from the Premier League [in European competition], so I know how to deal with that. But it is clear that the Premier League is the biggest league in the world, I think. I am really looking forward to battling with them.”

Have you spoken to people about what it’s like to be at this club?

“Of course, I have spoken with people to get an idea.”

Is it going to be a case of evolution or revolution at the club?

“I think we have to work and we have to set clear purposes, clear strategy and then you need people who have capabilities, and have the right attitude, a positive attitude. One hundred per cent committed and work hard and then we will achieve success.”