March 1st 2024.
Graham Potter, who last managed at Chelsea before being let go, has been making headlines once again. Rumors have been swirling that he and Dan Ashworth, the incoming sporting director, have been meeting in secret to discuss the possibility of Potter taking over as the new manager of Manchester United. It seems that Sir Jim Ratcliffe, the club's current football operations leader, has his sights set on Potter as his number one choice if Erik ten Hag is let go at the end of the season. This comes after a disappointing start to the 2023-24 campaign for the Red Devils.
According to The Sun, Ratcliffe has already had a meeting with Potter to discuss the potential role, and has now followed up with talks between Potter and Ashworth. The Englishman has been out of a managerial position since his short stint at Stamford Bridge ended in April. Despite this, he is still highly regarded by many top clubs, largely due to his impressive work at Brighton.
Ratcliffe, who acquired 25% of Manchester United, had previously attempted to bring Potter to French club Nice. However, it seems that Potter is waiting for a major opportunity to come his way, having turned down several offers in the past. It is clear that Sir Jim Ratcliffe has a high admiration for Potter, and is determined to bring him on board at Old Trafford.
There have also been rumors that Potter would be interested in taking over from Ten Hag if the opportunity were to present itself. Another name that has been mentioned is Zinedine Zidane, who is also highly regarded by Ratcliffe. However, it is believed that the Frenchman would reject the offer from Manchester United, as he has not managed a club since leaving Real Madrid at the end of the 2020-21 season.
It seems that Potter is in high demand, and with his impressive track record, it's no surprise. Despite being out of a managerial role for almost a year now, he continues to be a top choice for many clubs. Only time will tell if he will make a return to the field as a manager, but one thing is for sure - Sir Jim Ratcliffe has his sights set on him for Manchester United.
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