Manchester United are reportedly considering a managerial change, with Thomas Tuchel in advanced discussions to potentially take over from Erik ten Hag. United’s management is growing frustrated with the team’s dismal performance this season, having accumulated just eight points from their opening seven Premier League matches. The team is currently in **14th place** and has failed to secure a win in their last five games across all competitions.
The club has been evaluating Ten Hag’s future, and according to reports, a critical meeting among the leadership has been scheduled to discuss the Dutch manager’s position. There are also rumors that Ruud van Nistelrooy, currently an assistant coach at the club, could be appointed as a temporary manager if Ten Hag is sacked, giving the board more time to make a long-term decision Meanwhile, Sir Jim Ratcliffe, co-owner of Manchester United, has publicly avoided making definitive comments on Ten Hag’s status, stating that such decisions are now in the hands of the new management team, which includes CEO Omar Berrada and sporting director Dan Ashworth.
Thomas Tuchel’s name re-emerged after earlier talks with United in the summer broke down due to disagreements over the amount of control Tuchel would have at Old Trafford and the financial terms of his contract. Now, with Ten Hag on thin ice, the German coach—currently unattached after his departure from Bayern Munich—has become a front-runner for the position. Tuchel’s experience in managing elite clubs like Chelsea and Bayern Munich aligns with United’s ambitions to regain their place among Europe’s top teams.
In addition to Tuchel, Gareth Southgate was also discussed as a possible candidate, and Mauricio Pochettino had previously been contacted before taking a role in the USA setup. United’s performance in their upcoming matches will likely determine whether the board acts decisively. Their next game against Aston Villa, a team currently flying high in 5th place, is seen as crucial in determining Ten Hag’s fate.
The developments are unfolding quickly, with sources hinting that United’s leadership is keen to avoid further instability and will act swiftly if results don’t improve soon. Tuchel’s availability and track record make him an attractive candidate, but the club faces internal debate on whether an immediate change is the best course of action.
For the latest updates, stay tuned as the situation evolves rapidly at Old Trafford.
