May 26th 2024.
There is a buzz surrounding Kieran McKenna, as he has caught the eye of several clubs. The 38-year-old has established himself as one of the most promising young coaches in English football, thanks to his impressive work at Ipswich Town. He led the team to back-to-back promotions, securing their spot in the Premier League.
Amidst the recent departure of Mauricio Pochettino, Chelsea had expressed their interest in McKenna, but have now decided to shift their focus to other potential candidates. According to The Athletic, Chelsea had even held talks with McKenna last week, but they have now narrowed down their options to a select group that does not include the Northern Irish manager. Instead, they are looking at Enzo Maresca from Leicester City and Thomas Frank from Brentford, with Roberto De Zerbi also linked to the role.
However, it seems that Brighton and Manchester United are also keeping a close eye on McKenna. Brighton is reportedly keen on bringing him in to replace their current manager, while United are also interested in his services. In fact, it has been suggested that McKenna would prefer a return to Old Trafford, where he previously served as head coach for the Under-18 side before moving onto a senior role as an assistant coach to Jose Mourinho and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer.
It's no secret that McKenna is eager to take the next step in his career, and while Ipswich will try to keep him by offering a new contract, he is ready to move on. Meanwhile, at United, ten Hag's future remains uncertain, despite leading the team to FA Cup glory over Manchester City. Reports suggest that his position is at "serious risk" and the club will be conducting a thorough review this week to determine his fate.
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