Erik ten Hag is facing mounting pressure to retain his position as Manchester United manager as his turbulent second season draws to a close. The outcome of the Premier League finale against Brighton this afternoon will determine whether United end the season lower than 7th place, which would mark their worst finish in the Premier League era.
Despite the possibility of winning the FA Cup next weekend, Ten Hag’s future remains uncertain, especially with INEOS, led by Sir Jim Ratcliffe, at the helm. Reports indicate that both Ajax and Bayern Munich are monitoring the situation, anticipating that Ten Hag might be dismissed regardless of the FA Cup final’s outcome.
According to the Mirror, United would need to pay a £10 million severance package to Ten Hag if he is let go with one year left on his contract. The Dutchman is expected to seek assurances from Ratcliffe about his future and could potentially resign if he does not feel adequately supported by the new ownership.
Both Ajax and Bayern Munich are reportedly in the market for a new manager, and Ten Hag could be available as early as later this month. Should he depart, former Chelsea managers Thomas Tuchel and Graham Potter are the frontrunners to replace him at Old Trafford. Potter has been out of work since his dismissal from Chelsea at the end of last season, and Tuchel recently managed his final game for Bayern Munich.