Manchester United has parted ways with manager Erik ten Hag following a disappointing start to their season. Ruud van Nistelrooy will step in as interim manager while the club begins the search for a permanent head coach.
United’s management described the decision to dismiss Ten Hag, who had received a contract extension just this summer, as a “difficult and finely balanced” choice. However, the club’s board reached a unanimous decision less than 24 hours after United’s contentious 2-1 loss to West Ham on Sunday.
The primary concern among United’s hierarchy was the lack of positive results on the field. Despite Ten Hag’s comments, leadership did not feel the team was progressing as needed, with no justification for their current standings. The team has managed only four wins in 14 matches this season.
“Anyone watching United knows the players are capable of more,” commented Gary Neville. “The absence of identity and style has been baffling for over two years.”
Manchester United expressed gratitude toward Ten Hag in a brief statement, thanking him for his contributions and wishing him well for the future.
MyABCLive.com, sourced from Skysports.com
