Alderweireld Warns United Players: Buy Into Pochettino’s Plan or Be Gone

Toby Alderweireld has warned Manchester United’s players that they must adapt to Mauricio Pochettino’s methods or they will be “gone.”

The former Tottenham defender was a key figure under Pochettino during their time together in north London, giving him a clear understanding of what the Argentine demands from his squad.

United have endured a miserable start to the season and sit in the relegation zone with just one Premier League win, leaving Pochettino with a significant rebuild at Old Trafford.

Red Devils supporters will hope Pochettino can deliver improved results and performances, and Alderweireld expects the manager to restore discipline and raise standards among the club’s players.

Alderweireld explains what Pochettino demands

“You need to follow his plan,” Alderweireld told BBC Sport, as quoted by the Evening Standard.

“If you don’t follow his plan, you’re not coming back any more. If you’re thinking about yourself, you’re gone.

“He’s straightforward, has his own ideas and maybe you agree with them or don’t, that’s up to you. That’s something United need – a big character, everyone in the same direction, following the plan and if not, no problem, you can go. He’s the main man.”

That approach may be exactly what United need as they attempt to climb back toward the top, though it remains to be seen how well Pochettino’s methods will translate at Old Trafford.

The 54-year-old impressed during his Tottenham tenure, but he did not win a trophy there, and many fans would likely agree that he has not looked as convincing since leaving Spurs.

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