The 53-year-old spent 11 years at Carrington and Tuesday's statement confirmed his decision to step down.
United boss Ten Hag spoke about Murtough's contribution to the club during his pre-match press conference to preview Saturday's game with Bournemouth, wishing him well in his future endeavours.
As well as speaking about the threat Andoni Iraola's side pose, the Dutchman was pressed on a range of different topics by sections of the media.
Scroll down to both read, and watch, the standout quotes from Erik's press conference earlier this afternoon...
PRAISE FOR MAGUIRE
"You have to see that [summer situation with Harry] in perspective.