Ten Hag keeps his job at Man United. Is it safe now? Not really!

Iti911

Manchester United has ultimately confirmed that head coach Erik ten Hag will remain in his position and is currently exploring the possibility of a contract extension. However, this does not mean that Ten Hag is completely safe. According to The Telegraph, Ten Hag still faces many internal and external challenges. Let's take a closer look at these issues.

Firstly, the biggest risk for Ten Hag comes from a lack of trust from the higher-ups. Although Ten Hag's stay has been confirmed, it is merely a result of compromise. According to media reports, Manchester United's owners, the INEOS group, had approached other coaches to replace Ten Hag, but none of those negotiations were successful. Therefore, the INEOS group had no choice but to announce the continued cooperation with Ten Hag.

However, Ten Hag's power at Manchester United will surely be significantly reduced. According to The Telegraph, INEOS is shocked by the extent of Ten Hag's transfer authority. They believe that no serious team would allow a head coach to persist in pursuing a player (De Jong) for 14 weeks during a transfer window, especially when the player has shown no interest in joining Manchester United from the start. There were also hurried signings like the £70 million transfer for the 30-year-old Casemiro. Furthermore, the overpriced €100 million transfer of Antony and the controversy surrounding Greenwood's return have left INEOS feeling embarrassed.

Therefore, there is no doubt that Ten Hag's transfer authority will be diminished. The two sides are currently pulling back and forth over the content of the renewal because Ten Hag still insists that he deserves more support, such as absolute control over the dressing room and the style of play. However, INEOS seems unwilling to grant Ten Hag so much power. Thus, even if Ten Hag stays, his future at Manchester United still requires more time to be assessed.

Yamini003

Here we go again... Now, it seems like Manchester United is making news around Ten Hag almost every week. It's really something.

Ritu13

Having retained his position can only prove that he can continue to do what he wants in the role he desires. However, how well he will do remains to be seen. It's a long and arduous journey ahead!

As for his security, it depends on many factors, primarily his performance in the position. Currently, no one can draw conclusions, not even himself or his boss. Everyone is watching and waiting, and he must proceed cautiously.

Kalkin995

Ten Hag might stay on simply because Manchester United hasn't found a suitable replacement manager yet. Perhaps one day they will find one and say goodbye to Ten Hag.

Jafar224

It seems there is more to come. Ten Hag appears to have three conditions, all of which seem quite bold.

Ritu77

Manchester United's poor league performance this season makes it a significant success for Ten Hag to retain his position as manager. It's not that Manchester United didn't want to sack Ten Hag, rather, they couldn't afford to due to the financial implications. Missing out on Champions League matches will cost the club tens of millions of euros in reduced income next season. Additionally, terminating Ten Hag's contract would mean paying a hefty compensation fee. The players Ten Hag brought in are likely tailored to his style, and replacing him would necessitate another round of buying low and selling high. Despite Manchester United's financial strength, their recent poor performances have impacted their revenue stream significantly, making extravagant decisions unaffordable. Therefore, after Ten Hag led Manchester United to victory in the FA Cup, it provided a face-saving exit strategy for both parties. With a trophy secured, Manchester United could retain Ten Hag without losing face. However, Ten Hag's authority in transfers is likely reduced due to the questionable value of some players acquired during his tenure. Unlike the Glazer family's business-focused approach, the new entrant, English Premier Group, aims for achievements on the field and stricter control over player transactions. If Manchester United continues to perform poorly next season, Ten Hag might not last beyond Christmas. This season has been marred by injuries for Manchester United, so hopes are high for a better showing next season.

Isha000

Manchester United is really not a place for some cats or dogs to stay. Ten Hag and the Manchester United senior management together are purely using poison against poison. One transfer after another is rubbish. I think Casemiro's transfer was relatively successful, although the price was a bit high. The fact that Casemiro didn't perform is entirely Ten Hag's fault, not Casemiro's skill problem. As one of Real Madrid's celebrated midfield trio, he has proven his strength with numerous honors. His arrival at Manchester United, however, has caused discontent due to his inability to adapt. Casemiro, such a talented player, finds that the senior management and coaches are rubbish. Who wouldn't feel disheartened? Buying Anthony is really a mistake. Apart from running in circles, he can't do anything. I think even  Wheatley can't play football, and I don't know how much Ten Hag took in bribes to buy this Anthony. For some die-hard Manchester United fans, the more bribes they eat, the happier they are. The top criminals are to blame for Manchester United's current state. Ten Hag's arrival was just poison against poison. Everyone is poison, and it doesn't matter who dies or gets hurt. I think the outside world is now mostly watching Manchester United's jokes. Whether it's the senior management or the coaches, they are all vampires. The players lack high competitive level. Now Manchester United is living off its past reputation. After losing all its fame, everything will be settled. Choosing any world-renowned coach, I think it's better to keep Ten Hag. You've driven away all the renowned coaches. Do you still have the face to invite them? That's how Manchester United is now. If they keep living off their past reputation for a few more years, they will end up at the bottom. It's impossible to turn things around for a team without credibility. Ten Hag must stay on, if for nothing else but to see your disastrous moves. They will definitely lead Manchester United to the bottom!

Shri333

Ten Hag stays at Manchester United, but the internal and external pressures remain unabated, and his authority may be significantly weakened.