Manchester United has sacked Erik ten Hag following the club’s worst start to a Premier League season. The decision came after United fell to 14th in the league standings, with only three wins from nine games and a series of disappointing performances both domestically and in Europe. Ruben Amorim, Sporting CP’s head coach, is reportedly in talks with United’s management as the top candidate to replace Ten Hag on a permanent basis. Amorim, who has led Sporting to multiple titles, is considering the offer, although he had previously been hesitant to leave mid-season.
For now, former United striker Ruud van Nistelrooy has been appointed as interim manager. Van Nistelrooy, who joined United’s coaching team in the summer, brings experience from his successful managerial stint with PSV Eindhoven. His interim tenure allows United time to deliberate on a permanent replacement, with other candidates, including Ipswich’s Kieran McKenna and Brentford’s Thomas Frank, reportedly under consideration.
Ten Hag’s tenure saw highs like a Carabao Cup victory and wins over teams such as Barcelona and Manchester City. However, recurring lows, including a crushing 7-0 loss to Liverpool and recent lackluster performances, led to his dismissal. United fans now look to the club’s leadership to bring stability and success back to Old Trafford with a fresh managerial approach.
