Mon Oct 28 13:59:37 UTC 2024: ## Manchester United’s Ten Hag Under Pressure as Ineos Eyes Potential Replacements
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag faces a crucial test this Sunday against West Ham United, as his future at Old Trafford hangs in the balance. Despite a come-from-behind victory against Brentford last weekend, United’s recent performance in the Europa League has been disappointing, leaving them winless in three games.
The club’s new owners, Ineos, are closely scrutinizing both Premier League and European results, along with the overall performance of the team. With managerial speculation swirling around ten Hag, reports suggest that United have reached out to Xavi Hernandez, the former Barcelona manager, on multiple occasions.
Another potential candidate is Edin Terzic, a former Borussia Dortmund manager who led the German club to the Champions League final in 2023. Terzic has also attracted interest from AC Milan and West Ham United, who are both looking for a new manager.
The Mirror claims that United have “informally notified” Terzic of their interest, making him a potential target if ten Hag were to be replaced. Terzic, who has prior experience in the Premier League as an assistant to Slaven Bilic at West Ham, is said to be “open” to the idea of managing in England.
With a strong track record at Dortmund, including a 62.5% win rate in his first stint and 67% in his second, Terzic has proven his managerial prowess. Hailed as “brilliant” by Bilic, he appears to be a viable option for Ineos as they continue to assess potential candidates for the United manager role.
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