Latest Manchester United news as Manchester Evening News writers have their say on Erik ten Hag and whether or not Sir Jim Ratcliffe should sack the former Ajax boss
Manchester United head coach Erik ten Hag remains in limbo with the club yet to make a decision on his future. The Dutchman looked set to be sacked toward the end of the season but the stunning FA Cup final defeat of Manchester City might have spared the former Ajax boss the sack.
Kieran King Despite winning the FA Cup to end a miserable season on a high, United should sack Ten Hag. Although the Dutchman has faced his fair share of off-field concerns including Jadon Sancho, Cristiano Ronaldo and uncertainty over a takeover, finishing eighth with a club-record number of Premier League losses is inexcusable.
Two trophy lifts have to count for something, as should two wins over Manchester City and Liverpool during his tenure - but United lost to Bournemouth and Nottingham Forest in their record worst Premier League season, and were almost embarrassed by Championship side Coventry in the FA Cup semi-finals. Ratcliffe has laid down the gauntlet and replaced the board with an elite force for the long-term - it doesn’t seem like Ten Hag is of that level after two years of evidence.
Keifer MacDonald Barcelona, Bayern Munich and Chelsea have all made their move, but Manchester United appear to be in limbo when deciding Erik ten Hag's future as manager. The Dutchman has endured a complicated two-year reign at Old Trafford and before last month's FA Cup final against Manchester City, it appeared to all that, regardless of the result, he would be saying goodbye to the club shortly after the final whistle.
Tyrone Marshall It is now 12 days since United lifted the FA Cup at Wembley and we are still no closer to knowing whether Erik ten Hag is staying or going. Ineos promised a thorough end-of-season review after that surprise triumph under the arch but this is starting to feel less like a detailed process and more like dithering.
Winning the FA Cup was an unexpected success for Ten Hag, but one that proved that he is still capable of getting a tune out of this squad. Ineos' dithering on a decision suggests they still believe that as well. United's issues have often been unfairly labelled on Ten Hag but his biggest fault is not being able to get United playing with a clear identity. I have serious doubts over whether the Dutchman will be able to change this next season so I would argue a fresh start is needed.
"I like what he does, just give him time. Give him next season and if he doesn't do ought, let him go."
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