New potential Man Utd manager in place in case Erik Ten Hag is dismissed “without a shadow of a doubt”

Erik ten Hag’s position at Manchester United is in serious jeopardy following a catastrophic start to the season, and the Red Devils may have already identified a replacement.

If Erik ten Hag is terminated, Manchester United may have a replacement in mind.

The rumour mill is churning overtime regarding Ten Hag’s job security following another challenging day at the office, as his squad was trounced 3-0 at home by arch-rivals Liverpool under new manager Arne Slot. After the match, Sky Sports pundit Jamie Carragher was unambiguous in his assessment: “It is early days, three games into the season.” However, I would be surprised if he remains in command at the conclusion of the season.

Carragher did not cease his criticism of United’s playing style; he also poked fun at the Red Devils’ new technical director, Jason Wilcox, for his previous remarks regarding the importance of having a clear game plan. He stated, “The football, the manner in which they discuss the game, Jason Wilcox issued a statement last season regarding a philosophy of play.” There is none. It is visible in the first three encounters with Slot.

He subsequently shifted his focus to United’s most prominent players, stating, “To be completely candid, the ownership did not wish to retain him.” They achieved victory in the cup final, which resulted in uncertainty regarding their next course of action.

The former Liverpool defender went on to explain, “They were frantically contacting agents and other managers in Europe to determine whether they could identify an individual who was superior to Erik ten Hag.” The Express reports that they are likely postponing the inevitable.

In the event that United elect to terminate Ten Hag’s underwhelming tenure at Old Trafford, following an FA Cup victory over Manchester City that saved his job following a shocking eighth-place league finish last season, another pundit predicts that the fallen titans have already lined up his replacement.

Ruud van Nistelrooy, a renowned figure at Old Trafford, was appointed as an assistant coach this summer. The Dutch icon, who scored 95 goals in 150 games for United during the Sir Alex Ferguson era, is not only a well-known figure; he also possesses significant managerial skills.

Van Nistelrooy’s name is currently the subject of much discussion, as he led PSV Eindhoven to the Dutch Cup title in 2023. Former Arsenal player Perry Groves stated in an interview with talkSPORT, “He is unquestionably the next manager.”

He believes that it is a no-brainer to promote from within with INEOS at the forefront, as Van Nistelrooy is familiar with the squad and can immediately make an impact, avoiding the hassle of a protracted search for Ten Hag’s successor.