Following a comprehensive post-season evaluation conducted by the club’s board, it has been determined that Erik Ten Hag will continue to serve as the manager of Manchester United. Current negotiations with Ten Hag aim to extend his contract, which is set to enter its final season.
The assessment was conducted immediately after the FA Cup final, in which Ten Hag’s team achieved a well-deserved 2-1 victory against Manchester City. Prior to the final, widespread reports indicated that Ten Hag would be dismissed irrespective of the result. Nevertheless, United’s triumph at Wembley has unquestionably altered the club’s leadership’s perspective to a more optimistic outlook.
Subsequent to the evaluation, “constructive discussions” have taken place between Ten Hag and the club’s decision-makers. It has been reported that all potential scenarios were thoroughly deliberated, and the unanimous consensus was in favor of Ten Hag continuing to lead the team.
While the decision has been well-received by Ten Hag, there have been indications that he may have been growing impatient with the time taken by United to reach their conclusion. Reports also suggest that Chelsea manager, Thomas Tuchel, engaged in conversations with the new United co-owner but ultimately opted not to pursue the position. Similarly, the club’s interest in Mauricio Pochettino waned despite his availability following his departure from Chelsea.
A number of other potential candidates were linked to the managerial role, including Graham Potter, Thomas Frank, Roberto de Zerbi, and Gareth Southgate. However, Southgate’s commitment to England precluded him from the summer, and it was clarified that Brentford was never approached about Frank.
With the decision to retain Ten Hag now finalized, the Dutchman has been vacationing with his family in Ibiza. The outcome of the evaluation comes as a source of relief for both the manager and the supporters, and it will be intriguing to observe how the team progresses under his continued guidance. Further updates on this development will be provided in the near future.