The agreement is expected to be on an initial three-year basis, with the club having the option to impose an additional 12 months. Sky Sports News reported on March 31 that Ten Haag was in a pole position to replace Mauricio Pochettino, with sources close to the coach and Ajax revealing compensation – estimated to be under 2 2m – and how to handle an announcement had already been discussed. at this point. United want to be sensitive to the Dutch team’s match against PSV Eindhoven in the KNVB Cup final on April 17 and the fact that they are in a close race for the title. However, Ajax does not want the speculation to last, as it turns out to be distracting. They rejected requests from English journalists and did not give access to press conferences to prevent questions about the future of the manager. Use the Chrome browser for a more accessible video player Sky Sports News reporter Gary Cotterill spoke to Ajax fans about the rumors that their coach Erik ten Hag is going to take over Manchester United. United say no deal has been reached, but Sky Sports News found last week that only the formalities were pending with all the important details agreed in principle. The composition of Ten Haag’s coaching staff at Old Trafford has yet to be determined, but neither side has concerns about the process. Ajax was useful despite being an obstacle to reaching an agreement on the line, with the club investing in not hindering the progress of its coaches and players.
Analysis: The exhibition in Manchester United like nothing will have been experienced by Ten Hague
Sky Sports News senior reporter Melissa Reddy: “Manchester United’s interest in Eric Ten Hague is not surprising given his status as one of the most progressive coaches in Europe and his long-term ties to the vacant coaching position. The 52-year-old has had fans at Old Trafford since 2018/19, when his team Ajax eliminated Real Madrid in the “16” of the Champions League, before impressing Juventus and they were denied him only one place in the final. after the last minute goal of Lucas Moura for Tottenham by Mauricio Pochettino. Ten Haag is a popular choice to take over the presidency of Old Trafford and represents what is seen as a “fresh, exciting future”, although there is a risk of acceptance, as it would be a major leap forward for him. “The last very successful Ajax manager to move to England’s top division – via Inter – was Frank de Boer, who lasted just 77 days at Crystal Palace. “The expectations, the global brilliance given to United and the level of competition at the top of the Premier League are unlike anything he would have experienced in the past.”
Neville: Man Utd fans prefer Ten Hag
Use the Chrome browser for a more accessible video player Speaking to The Overlap, Gary Neville, Roy Keane and Jamie Carragher discuss Erik Ten Hag’s suitability as Manchester United manager. Sky Sports’ Gary Neville: “Ten Haag worked at Bayern Munich when Pep Guardiola was there. We know the impact he has had. He has won some titles and trophies in the Netherlands. His style of play is good. He has more experience than most people think at the age of 52. years. “It’s a huge leap, but he has a good coaching background. He has no signs and that’s good – he’s coming fresh. I did a poll next week and I was absolutely surprised – 240,000 people voted and 82 percent were in favor of bringing him to (Mauricio ) Pochettino. “I knew he would be loved because you can smell it on social media. I think Manchester United fans want a fresh start and a new name. They want something completely different from what they did not have before, and that has probably gone against him. “Potketino in a way.”
The creation of Erik ten Hag
Sky Sports’ Adam Bate: “Eric Ten Hague will go to Manchester United as an outsider in charge of implementing cultural changes in one of the most famous clubs in the world. But this is a job he has done in the past. “Ajax was ridiculed for his accent. He was a Tukker – a man from the east of the country, an area known for its landed approach. There were those in sophisticated Amsterdam who did not believe that the great Ajax had anything to learn from him. They were wrong. “Two home doubles and a kick away from a Champions League final later and there is an acceptance that Ten Hague brought some of the best football Ajax has seen in years. His methods were successful, his way won over the challengers. “ Ten Hag’s training trip from Twente to Ajax via Go Ahead Eagles was explained in depth by those who were there from the beginning …
What should Ten Hag solve at Man Utd?
Erik ten Hag must not waste time dealing with the pressing issues at Manchester United. Ralph Rangnick believes that United could have a rebuild in 18 months and with the club almost finalizing the appointment of the new coach, Sky Sports is taking a look at some of the key issues it needs to fix … Image: What challenges await Erik ten Hag at Old Trafford?
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