Ashley Young has cautioned Manchester United against hiring Antonio Conte for the managerial role. The Italian coach has been linked with the position as current head coach Michael Carrick faces mounting pressure following a 4-1 defeat to Como in the UEFA Champions League and a 1-1 draw with Leeds United. Young, who worked under Conte at Inter Milan, warned the move would be detrimental to the club.
Young outlined concerns about Conte's demanding management style during an appearance on 'The Overlap.' He described lengthy post-match meetings that could extend three to four hours and noted Conte's relentless approach on the sidelines. The defender emphasized that Conte tests both players and club leadership mentally, which Young believes has contributed to his departures from previous positions.
Young stressed that if Manchester United fail to improve their running statistics—a current area of concern—Conte's arrival would prove catastrophic. During his 59 appearances under Conte at Milan, Young made five goals and nine assists before returning to Aston Villa. Across 16 matches as caretaker, Carrick averaged 2.25 points per game with 11 victories and just two defeats.
