Manchester United have made a definitive decision to retain Erik ten Hag as their manager and are set to enter talks over a new contract for the Dutchman. The club concluded their end-of-season review on Tuesday, deciding to keep ten Hag in his position despite earlier uncertainties surrounding his future.
Following Manchester United’s FA Cup victory over Manchester City, ten Hag’s role was still under scrutiny, with reports suggesting he could be dismissed regardless of the final’s outcome. However, The Athletic’s David Ornstein now confirms that ten Hag will remain at Old Trafford, with discussions over a contract extension to commence soon.
Ten Hag’s current contract, signed upon his arrival in 2025, is set to be reviewed as the club looks to secure his services beyond the initial three-year term. This decision follows a period where United reportedly explored potential successors, engaging in informal discussions with several high-profile managers.
Among those considered were Thomas Tuchel, who had an informal meeting with Sir Jim Ratcliffe in Monaco, Mauricio Pochettino, Brentford’s Thomas Frank, Roberto De Zerbi, and former United first-team coach Kieran McKenna. Despite these talks, none progressed to formal negotiations, solidifying ten Hag’s position for the upcoming season.
Under ten Hag’s leadership, United aim to rebound from a disappointing eighth-place Premier League finish and will compete in the Europa League next season. The club’s decision to retain ten Hag reflects their confidence in his ability to guide the team to better performances and results.
As Manchester United prepare for the 2024/25 campaign, ten Hag will be focused on revitalizing the squad and enhancing their competitiveness on both domestic and European fronts. The upcoming contract discussions indicate the club’s long-term commitment to ten Hag’s managerial vision and approach.
