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Erik ten Hag insists former Man United target Hakim Ziyech 'must play every week' as he reveals his bond for life with the ex-Ajax star - but refuses to reveal details of their chat after Chelsea's 4-1 drubbing at Old Trafford

Manchester United boss Erik ten Hag refused to reveal his chat with Hakim Ziyech but insisted the Chelsea winger must 'play every week'.

Some Blues fans were unhappy with Ten Hag sharing a few words and hugging Ziyech, who he managed during his time at Ajax, as they left the pitch after United beat Chelsea 4-1 on Thursday night.

The Morocco international also swapped shirts with United's Dutch full-back Tyrell Malacia before heading down the tunnel.

Asked about his conversation with Ziyech, Ten Hag later told Viaplay: ‘That is between Hakim and me.