Manchester United has parted ways with manager Erik ten Hag following a dismal start to the season, with the club sitting 14th in the Premier League. The Dutchman’s departure comes after a fourth defeat in nine league games.
Reasons Behind Ten Hag’s Exit
- Poor league performance, winning only one of the last eight games in all competitions.
- Failure to improve despite significant spending in the transfer market.
- Lack of a clear playing style and ineffective use of expensive signings.
Ruben Amorim Emerges as Top Candidate
- Manchester United is reportedly in talks with Sporting Lisbon manager Ruben Amorim.
- The 39-year-old Portuguese coach is considered one of Europe’s leading young managers.
- United is prepared to pay Amorim’s release clause, according to Sky Sports.
Reaction from Football Pundits
- Gary Neville: Ten Hag’s league position was “unacceptable.”
- Rio Ferdinand: Ten Hag was like “a boxer getting hit and knocked down in the third round and never recovering.”
- Alan Shearer: Ten Hag was “a dead man walking” after United spoke to other potential managers in the summer.
Manchester United’s Struggle Since Alex Ferguson’s Departure
- Five permanent managers have been dismissed since Ferguson retired in 2013.
- None have led the club to a Premier League title challenge.
Former United striker Ruud van Nistelrooy has taken over as interim manager.
