Erik ten Hag’s position at Manchester United is uncertain following a lackluster season, especially with Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s recent involvement with the club.
Erik ten Hag’s role at Manchester United is up for debate after a season that hasn’t lived up to expectations, with Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s entry into the scene adding to the uncertainty.
Despite a notable FA Cup win against Liverpool, the shortcomings of Ten Hag’s strategy have been exposed, hinting at his potential exit in Ratcliffe’s planned revamp. The disconnection between the team’s defense and attack is a stark reminder of the reasons behind their position outside the top four in the Premier League.
Rumors have surfaced that Ratcliffe favors Gareth Southgate to take over from Ten Hag, in a decision that would certainly raise eyebrows. Southgate has seen a fair share of success with the England national team, albeit with some near misses.
With Euro 2024 on the horizon, this tournament might be his last chance to secure a major victory before possibly moving to club management.
Should Southgate not be the choice, Roberto De Zerbi emerges as another strong candidate. As reported by Pete O’Rourke from Football Insider, De Zerbi, having made a name for himself with impressive results at Brighton & Hove Albion, is now a prime contender, surpassing Graham Potter in consideration. De Zerbi’s ability to elevate Brighton to a European competition level has not gone unnoticed.
De Zerbi’s potential appointment could be more appealing than Southgate’s, given the latter’s more conservative approach with the English team. Yet, it’s uncertain if De Zerbi is ready to depart from Brighton.
