Man Utd chief Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s position on firing Erik ten Hag
Erik ten Hag’s job at Manchester United seems secure for the near future, according to new reports suggesting that he may be given another season in light of the club’s improved performance. The team has had only one loss in their last five Premier League games, culminating in a 3-0 win over West Ham and a leap to sixth place in the league.
Although they are still some distance away from a top-four position, their progress on the pitch is likely to work in Ten Hag’s favor. Additionally, his willingness to embrace youth players has also been viewed positively by the board at United.
The club’s owners at INEOS are reportedly not looking to create further instability by dismissing Ten Hag, wanting to maintain consistency for the transition period. However, this decision may change if the team fails to put up a strong challenge for a top-four spot.
According to The Guardian, Ten Hag is safe in his role for the foreseeable future, emphasizing the immediate priority of returning the club to its former glory. In a recent meeting, Ten Hag described discussions with INEOS as very positive, indicating alignment on many issues and a constructive exchange of ideas.
While there are good ideas being introduced, the club will need time to integrate them and work together as a team to progress. Overall, it appears that Ten Hag’s position at Manchester United is stable for now, with a focus on continuing the team’s progress and finding common ground with the new ownership.
