Manchester United has fired Erik ten Hag, who was the club’s manager since April 2022. Despite winning two trophies, including the Carabao Cup and the FA Cup, Ten Hag’s time at United ended because of a disappointing start to the current season. Former United star Ruud van Nistelrooy, who returned as an assistant coach this summer, will now take over as interim manager while the club searches for a new head coach.
A Tough Season So Far
This season has been difficult for Manchester United. The team is currently in 14th place in the Premier League and is also struggling in the Europa League, having not won any of their first three matches. Their recent 2-1 loss to West Ham increased the pressure on Ten Hag and raised questions about the team’s performance.
Ten Hag’s Achievements and Challenges
During his time at United, Ten Hag won two important trophies. However, the team’s inconsistent performances frustrated both fans and management. Ten Hag often supported his team’s performance, but many people thought that not winning, especially in Europe, was not acceptable.
Criticism from Fans and Players
The relationship between Ten Hag and some fans became bad. Former player Cristiano Ronaldo criticized Ten Hag’s management style in an interview, and many fans shared the same feelings on social media. They believed that Ten Hag’s way of handling experienced players, like Ronaldo, hurt the team’s spirit and performance.
Searching for a New Manager
With Ten Hag gone, Manchester United is now looking for a new manager. One name being discussed is Xavi Hernandez, who recently left Barcelona. Former United player Rio Ferdinand believes Xavi’s style of playing attractive football and developing young players would be a good fit for the club’s tradition.
Ruud van Nistelrooy’s Role as Interim Manager
Ruud van Nistelrooy will now lead the team. He is well-known among fans and has a lot of experience from his playing days. His main job will be to stabilize the team and help them get back on track while the club searches for a permanent manager.
What’s Next for Manchester United
The decision to part ways with Ten Hag shows that Manchester United urgently needs to improve their performance. The next few months will be important as Van Nistelrooy takes charge and the club explores options for a new head coach. Fans are hoping for a change that will bring Manchester United back to being a top club in football.