Andy Carroll tackles ‘don’t belong in football’ – Erik ten Hag

The club said Eriksen will be out for an “extended period” following the challenge by ex-Liverpool striker Carroll

Erik ten Hag was far from impressed with Andy Carroll’s physical approach (Mike Egerton/PA)

Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag says there is no place in football for the kind of reckless Andy Carroll tackle that has ruled key midfielder Christian Eriksen out for the next three months.

The 30-year-old has played a vital role as United fight on four fronts, making 31 appearances in all competitions, but will now have to watch from the sidelines after suffering an ankle injury in Saturday’s 3-1 FA Cup win against Reading.