Toone grateful to Skinner after his Man Utd departure
Manchester United midfielder Ella Toone says she will always be "grateful" to former manager Marc Skinner after he helped her through the death of her father.
Ella Toone expressed her gratitude to former Manchester United manager Marc Skinner for his support during a difficult period in her life following the death of her father in September 2024. Skinner left his position at the Women's Super League club by mutual consent on Monday after five years, leading United to the Champions League knockout stage and securing their first major trophy with the 2024 Women's FA Cup.
Despite criticism from some fans, Toone praised Skinner for his off-field support, describing him as a shoulder to cry on and a source of freedom to express herself on the pitch. Skinner was also known for getting to know players personally and stepping in during tough times. Teammates and captain Maya le Tissier echoed Toone's sentiments, acknowledging the mixed emotions surrounding Skinner's departure and emphasizing the importance of unity within the team as they move forward.
Both players stressed their commitment to supporting the new manager and expressed excitement about the future, acknowledging the club's ambition to foster both young talent and experience.
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