The Dutchman discussed his first impressions of the club, and revealed how he has adjusted to living in Manchester.
Part two of his interview will be released on Sunday, but here is part one of what the boss had to say to our own Stewart Gardner…
Erik, how are you feeling now that you’ve had a chance to get set up and meet the players?
“You really are looking forward to that point when you first meet everyone around Carrington, who all take care of the players but, finally, to have the players on the pitch who have to bring the results.