Man Utd already looking at potential Erik ten Hag replacements with Man City ‘frontrunner’ targeted by INEOS

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Published on 2024-02-27 13:55:38

Manchester United’s new ownership is reportedly considering potential replacements for Erik ten Hag in anticipation of the possibility of sacking the Dutchman. Despite a recent good run of form, United’s 2-1 home loss to Fulham has raised doubts about Ten Hag’s future at the club and has cast a shadow over what seemed like progress in the 2024 season.

The British billionaire who now owns the club has openly stated that Manchester United still have a long way to go before they can compete with their local rivals, Manchester City. In a recent interview, he made it clear that the goal is to knock both Manchester City and Liverpool from their perch at the top of English football.

Reports suggest that Brighton coach Roberto de Zerbi is at the top of United’s wish list as a potential replacement for Ten Hag. However, De Zerbi is also a strong candidate to take over at Manchester City after Pep Guardiola. De Zerbi made a name for himself in the Premier League when he replaced Graham Potter at Brighton in 2022.

Under De Zerbi’s leadership, Brighton has played an exciting style of high-pressing, possession-based football that has captured the attention of fans. The 41-year-old coach guided Brighton to a sixth-placed finish last season, securing European qualification for the first time in the club’s history. This season, Brighton continues to impress and currently sits seventh in the Premier League while also performing well in the Europa League.

Despite a promising start to his tenure at United, Ten Hag’s position has become increasingly uncertain as the team has struggled at home. The loss to Fulham was the eighth home defeat of the season for United, and if they lose just one more game at home, they will match the unwanted record for most home losses in a single season.

With new ownership now in place, the pressure is on Ten Hag to prove that he is the right man to lead Manchester United forward. The club’s ambitions to challenge for major honors require a manager who can deliver consistent results and push the team to reach their full potential.

In conclusion, Manchester United’s potential plans for a managerial change reflect the club’s desire to return to the summit of English football. Roberto de Zerbi emerges as a strong candidate to take over if Erik ten Hag’s tenure comes to an end. The future remains uncertain, but one thing is clear – Manchester United are striving to reclaim their status as one of the dominant forces in English football.

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