Reports this week said most of United’s players were up for sale after a poor season, though the club want to hold on to youngsters Kobbie Mainoo, Alejandro Garnacho and Rasmus Hojlund.
But Ten Hag, who is unsure about his own future, said the reports were wildly exaggerated.
“It’s a joke,” he said. “As long as I’ve worked here, every summer, every window, I think 200 players are getting interest from Manchester United. We did some research. Untrue.
“And also every summer we sell all of the players in our squad, so you (in the media) are making all of the headlines, which is untrue.”
Marcus Rashford was reported to be among those up for sale and the misfiring forward will again be absent when sixth-placed United return to Premier League action at Crystal Palace on Monday.
“I can’t tell (when he will be back),” Ten Hag said.
Rashford joins Lisandro Martinez, Luke Shaw and Raphael Varane on the sidelines, with Scott McTominay and Bruno Fernandes also doubtful for the game against the Eagles.
AFP
