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Man United Fred hails arrival of 'world class' Erik ten Hag as he breaks silence the on new boss

Fred has become the first Manchester United player to break their silence on the new boss, labelling Erik ten Hag a 'world class' manager.

Ten Hag was confirmed as Red Devils manager on Thursday morning, signing a three-year deal with an option for a fourth to become the fifth permanent manager since Sir Alex Ferguson retired in 2013.

And Fred told Premier League Productions the 52-year-old Dutchman can help United 'get back to being the huge club that we are'.

The 52-year-old Dutchman (pictured) was confirmed as Red Devils boss on Thursday morning

He said: 'It's great news.