Manchester United are increasing their efforts to find a permanent manager and according to reputed journalist Jonathan Shrager, they have made contact with Ajax boss Erik ten Hag. Many names have been mentioned to take the job at Old Trafford, with the likes of Mauricio Pochettino, Luis Enrique and Carlo Ancelotti being linked with a move in the summer. A lot of sources have claimed earlier that the current PSG boss and Ten Hag are considered to be the favorites for the position.
It was recently unveiled by the Daily Mail that the Dutch manager is taking English lessons and has his heart set on a move to Manchester United.Shrager has now given an update on United’s pursuit of Ten Hag by tweeting that the Manchester club has established contact with him to find out about his situation.
“Ten Hag has been contacted by United to find out about his situation,” said Shrager.
Ten Hag has been contacted by United to find out about his situation
— Jonathan Shrager (@JonathanShrager) March 3, 2022
Another report by 90min.com stated that Manchester United are impressed with Ten Hag’s playing style and the ability he has shown to work with not just academy graduates, but also stars from abroad. Few at Old Trafford were also overwhelmed with how the he has held himself off the field and sees his maturity as a plus point.