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Former Manchester United supervisor Louis van Gaal has weighed in on the continuing debate surrounding the way forward for present boss Erik ten Hag.
Greater than two weeks after Ten Hag led United to FA Cup triumph at Wembley in opposition to Manchester Metropolis, his scenario isn’t any clearer than it was earlier than. Each he and the followers stay in limbo as as to if or not the Dutchman might be within the Previous Trafford dugout subsequent season
United are presently in the course of an end-of-season overview that’s anticipated to find out Ten Hag’s destiny.
Earlier than the FA Cup last vs. Pep Guardiola’s males, the overwhelming sentiment was that Sir Jim Ratcliffe and INEOS would half methods with him and make a managerial change.
Because it stands, nobody actually is aware of what plan of action membership bosses are leaning in the direction of. The likes of Scott McTominay and Jonny Evans have not too long ago come out to publicly voice their assist for Ten Hag.
Amidst all this, it’s understood that United stay involved with potential replacements for the 54-year-old coach.
Among the choices which have been mooted embody Gareth Southgate, Thomas Tuchel and Roberto De Zerbi, simply to say a couple of names.
Nonetheless, in accordance with Van Gaal, Ten Hag ought to stay within the United scorching seat though he himself was fired as United supervisor straight after profitable the FA Cup last in 2016.
Van Gaal informed Sky Sports activities, “Sure, after all (ought to be given extra time). However I additionally wanted extra time at the moment.”
“I additionally gained the FA Cup and earlier than me 20 years no person (at Man United) gained the FA Cup.”
“Now Erik is profitable the FA Cup and the primary yr additionally (certified for) the Champions League so I don’t suppose it’s important to sack him. He wants extra time.”
Van Gaal added, “However I may also be extra essential. He has not carried out issues fantastically. You possibly can elevate a whole lot of criticism however he has additionally proven that he’s a superb supervisor.”
“Sure after all he ought to keep however I additionally wanted extra time” 🤔
Former Manchester United supervisor Louis van Gaal says Erik ten Hag has not “carried out issues fantastically” however ought to stay as boss 🔴 pic.twitter.com/ggOG3poRJq
— Sky Sports activities Premier League (@SkySportsPL) June 8, 2024
United’s turbulent marketing campaign noticed them end in eighth place within the Premier League, their lowest-ever end since 1989/90.
It’s vital to notice that because the Ten Hag saga drags on, the summer season switch window is ready to open on Friday 14 June.
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