Erik ten Hag won the FA Cup, but he may not have a job by the end of this week.
Despite leading Manchester United to a stunning 2-1 victory over arch rivals Manchester City at Wembley Stadium on Saturday, the Dutchman’s future remains uncertain. Ten Hag supervised United’s worst-ever Premier League result, and the Red Devils finished last in their Champions League group, placing pressure on his position even before Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s minority ownership.
In the five months afterward, the INEOS chairman has declined to publicly support Ten Hag and did not openly address the former Ajax manager in his letter of congratulations after defeating City. As the debate over his future continues, he must make a decision.
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Here’s a round-up of the latest news from Old Trafford.
FA Cup wins grow. Ten Hag’s Compensation
Manchester United would have to pay more compensation to sack Erik ten Hag as a result of winning the FA Cup. United missed out on European slots due to their historically poor eighth-place finish in the Premier League, but Saturday’s victory ensures that the Red Devils will compete in the Europa League next season.
According to ESPN, if United had failed to qualify for Europe, Ten Hag would have received a lower reward. According to the same article, people close to Ten Hag are concerned that a second trophy in two seasons will be insufficient to save him from Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s axe.
Support for Ten Hag is increasing.
Erik ten Hag is still supported by parts of Manchester United’s new leadership, and the FA Cup victory has boosted their case. Sir Jim Ratcliffe and his INEOS colleagues have done their fair share of reshuffling since his £1.3 billion agreement to become a 27.7 percent shareholder was signed in December, and not all of them are opposed to Ten Hag remaining.
According to the Independent, Ratcliffe and his colleagues are well aware that removing Ten Hag would be unpopular, but they are determined to make a cold and holistic judgment. United’s new decision-makers will make their decision this week after a final analysis of the season.
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