September 30th 2024.
Erik ten Hag is in a tough spot once again as he fights to hold onto his position as manager of Manchester United. Rumors are swirling that he only has two games left to prove himself and secure his job. Despite being backed by the new boardroom in the summer, the pressure is mounting on the Dutchman as the team struggles to find their footing.
During the close season, ten Hag was given the green light to invest in new players such as Matthijs de Ligt, Manuel Ugarte, Noussair Mazraoui, and Joshua Zirkzee. However, even with these additions, United is still playing like the same team that struggled last season. Ten Hag's impressive FA Cup victory may have temporarily masked the underlying issues, but a lackluster performance in their recent 3-0 loss to Tottenham has brought those issues back to the surface.
With upcoming matches against Porto and Aston Villa, ten Hag's fate hangs in the balance. According to BoyleSports' supercomputer, there are a number of potential replacements, including Thomas Tuchel and Mauricio Pochettino. However, the frontrunner with a 34% chance of taking over at the Theatre of Dreams is Gareth Southgate, the former England manager.
Southgate stepped down from his position after England's defeat to Spain in the Euro 2024 final. In a recent interview with Sky News, he shared that he is open to exploring different opportunities, both inside and outside of football. He also mentioned taking some time to recharge and make the best decision for his next career move.
Despite the disappointment of losing two consecutive European Championship finals, Southgate has no regrets about his leadership of the England team. He believes that they have the potential to achieve great things in the future. As for his own future, he is considering various options, including supporting charities that are important to him and exploring opportunities outside of football.
As the speculation around the next Manchester United manager continues, one thing is clear - the team is in need of a change. Whether it's ten Hag holding onto his job or a new manager taking over, the pressure is on for United to turn things around. Fans eagerly wait to see what the future holds for their beloved club.
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