Conte would be disaster at United, warns Ashley Young

Summarised from 2 outlets · 3 reports · Updated 22 Oct, 20:08 · Archive

Ashley Young, who played under Antonio Conte at Inter Milan, has warned the Italian would be a poor fit for Manchester United.

Ashley Young has warned that Antonio Conte would be a disaster if appointed Manchester United manager. Young, who played under Conte at Inter Milan where they won Serie A together, says United's players would be unhappy with his demanding approach.

Young told the Overlap Daily show that Conte's emphasis on running and fitness would clash with the squad's mindset. He also criticised the length of Conte's post-match meetings, saying they could last three or four hours. Young described Conte as crazy, comparing him to Diego Simeone for his intense sideline behaviour.

The Mirror reports that Conte has indicated he would take the Manchester United job if certain conditions are met. According to Italian media, Conte has demanded full control over transfer activity and the authority to pick his own backroom staff, wanting the final say on building his squad to fit his tactical approach.

Carrick remains in position at Old Trafford, where United have won just two of their opening eleven games this season. The club faces Bournemouth this weekend, with Carrick due to take charge of that match.

How it is being reported

• Antonio Conte's two demands to take Man Utd job emerge after giving green lightManchester United boss Michael Carrick is under pressure to deliver results and the former Chelsea and Tottenham manager Antonio Conte has been linked with the roleMirror Sport · 22 Oct, 18:08
• 'I played for Man Utd and under Antonio Conte - he'd be a disaster there'Antonio Conte is being linked as a potential replacement for Michael Carrick at Manchester United, though one ex-Old Trafford star has warned it could be a "disaster"Mirror Sport · 22 Oct, 13:29
• 'Boring' training sessions, four-hour meetings and annoying the owners: 'Crazy' Antonio Conte would be a 'DISASTER' at Man United, claims Ashley YoungYoung played under Conte at Inter Milan, where they won a Serie A title together, and says that Manchester United's players would be unhappy with his love for running and lengthy meetings.Daily Mail Sport · 20 Oct, 18:14

In this story: Ashley Young · Antonio Conte · Manchester United · Michael Carrick · Inter Milan · Napoli

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