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Erik ten Hag has been spotted at a football game for the first time since leaving Manchester United.
After being sacked on Monday, he returned to Oldenzaal – a small Dutch town where some of his extended family live.
He left Manchester immediately after he was relieved of his duties, leaving his wife Bianca and his three children.
The 54-year-old was consoled by his parents as he was hurt by the news that he was sacked.
Erik ten Hag has now returned to the footballing world after a difficult week.
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He was seen at an Eredivisie game between Heracles Almelo and NAC Breda.
Heracles won the game 2-0 in front of their home fans at the Erve Asito stadium.
This sighting comes just a day after Ten Hag sent a long and heartfelt message to United fans, thanking them for their support during his tenure.
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Erik ten Hag Message to Manchester United Fans
‘Dear fans, Let me start by thanking you.’ He said.
‘Thank you for always being there for the club.
‘Whether it was at a game far away or a tough match at Old Trafford, your support has been unshakeable.
‘The atmosphere at Old Trafford has always been electrifying, thanks to you. I felt it many times.
‘Also in away games, it gave the team and me an incredible feeling to hear the United chants taking over the opponents stadiums, whether the game was in England, Europe or during the summer tours.
‘I always enjoyed meeting Manchester United fans throughout the world.
‘Walking the streets and being able to chat with fans in England, Europe, Asia, Australia, the USA – you inspired me and radiated a strong sense of unity.
‘That’s what makes United supporters so special.
‘I want to thank you for giving me this feeling and for your support.
‘I also want to thank the staff in every department of the club for their unwavering support in good times and bad.
‘We won two trophies – achievements that I will cherish for the rest of my life.
‘Of course, my dream was to bring more trophies to the cabinet. Unfortunately, that dream has come to an end.
‘I wish all Manchester United fans nothing but success, trophies and glory.
‘Your support and the warmth I received from everyone at the club helped me feel at home.
‘Thank you for this chapter in my life,’ Ten Hag concluded.
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