Manchester United decide on Erik ten Hag as Thomas Tuchel is no longer in the running

Manchester United are set to complete their end-of-season review and are expected to make a decision on manager Erik ten Hag later this week. Although the overhaul looked set to be completed by now, considerations of Erik ten Hag’s FA Cup win against Manchester City and booking a place in the Europa League next season saw the manager hold his ground.

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According to Sky Sports News Chief Reporter Kaveh Solhekol, the Manchester United boss has returned from holiday but is still undecided about his fate regarding the job of managing business at Manchester United. However, Thomas Tuchel is reportedly not considering the United job if Manchester United decide to sack Erik ten Hag.

Erik ten Hag won back-to-back trophies in his first two seasons at United, but a European and Championship campaign overshadowed that performance. The Manchester United manager still has a year left on his contract, but the lengthy review has become potentially worrying.

“When I started here I said I’m here to win and I also want to make a team. I’m doing both. But if they don’t want me anymore I’ll go and win games and trophies somewhere else.”

– Erik ten Hag on his future

Meanwhile, Erik ten Hag can await the outcome of the review, while several managers have been linked with the United job, including Mauricio Pochettino, Gareth Southgate and Roberto de Zerbi. It was reported that Thomas Tuchel had a meeting with Sir Jim Ratcliffe, but acc Fabrizio RomanoThomas Tuchel has no plans to take over at United and plans to take a break from all management this summer.

For United believers, this time of uncertainty is full of anticipation. Fans are divided on Erik ten Hag whether to continue with him or break up with him. His supporters credit United’s recent cup success and argue he needs a shot at the turnaround the club is expected to undergo under INEOS, while those calling for a change point to the disappointing league finish and poor European performances.

As the decision on the post-season review is awaited, the decision on Erik ten Hag’s future looms large. United fans are waiting to see if the club will stick with the manager or opt for a face change at the club.

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