Cristiano Ronaldo has criticized Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag for his negative outlook regarding the team's potential to compete for major trophies. In a recent podcast with Rio Ferdinand, Ronaldo emphasized that a Manchester United coach should not declare they cannot fight for the Premier League or Champions League, advocating for a mindset of attempting to succeed despite current limitations. He believes the club needs a complete rebuild and should incorporate insights from former players like Ruud van Nistelrooy to guide the process. Ten Hag, while having won the Carabao Cup and FA Cup in recent seasons, faces scrutiny after United's poor start to the current campaign and an eighth-place finish last season. Ronaldo's comments reflect ongoing tensions from his departure in late 2022, highlighting a perceived lack of understanding from Ten Hag regarding the club's history. The situation raises questions about Ten Hag's future amid mounting pressure to perform.