May 25th 2024.
Sir Jim Ratcliffe has not yet publicly expressed his support for Erik ten Hag, which has raised concerns about the Dutchman's future as Manchester United manager. These concerns were further fueled by Sir Ratcliffe's actions after Saturday's FA Cup final.
Before the game, it was revealed that Ten Hag would be let go by United's minority owner, who had taken over football operations in February, regardless of the outcome of the match. Despite United's victory in the final, securing them a spot in the Europa League and somewhat salvaging their season after a disappointing eighth-place finish in the Premier League, it seems that Ten Hag's job is still in jeopardy.
This was made evident by a viral video on social media showing Sir Ratcliffe being asked about Ten Hag's future after the final. Caught off guard, Sir Ratcliffe remained silent for a moment before being escorted away by security. In another worrying sign, he did not mention Ten Hag by name when congratulating United on their FA Cup win.
Meanwhile, Ten Hag himself has stated that he is content with leaving Old Trafford if he is no longer wanted by the new minority owners. He also pointed out their recent success, with two trophies in two seasons and three consecutive finals, including last year's Carabao Cup win.
However, several names have been linked to the job at Old Trafford, including Kieran McKenna, Mauricio Pochettino, and Thomas Tuchel. It remains to be seen who will ultimately take over the reins at United. Stay tuned for more updates on Manchester United news, exclusives, and analysis.
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