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With each passing day, it appears increasingly likely that Erik Ten Hag’s tenure at Manchester United is nearing its end.
The Dutch coach has struggled to find success, dropping points in three consecutive Premier League games.
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The recent 0-0 draw against Aston Villa has only intensified speculation about his future at the club.
So far this season, the Red Devils have secured just three victories: a narrow 1-0 win over Fulham, a 3-0 triumph against Southampton, and a commanding 7-0 victory over Barnsley.
For a club of Manchester United’s stature, such a record is far from acceptable, leaving them 14th in the Premier League table.
It’s no secret that the club is already exploring potential replacements.
According to insider information previously reported by CentreDevils, Ruud van Nistelrooy is poised to step in as interim manager if Ten Hag is dismissed.
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He would hold the reins until a world-class manager is appointed, a move anticipated in the summer of 2025.
Manchester United have reportedly compiled a shortlist of managerial candidates.
Based on information CentreDevils has received, Julian Nagelsmann and Xabi Alonso are at the top of this list.
Media reports also suggest that prominent names like Thomas Tuchel and Thomas Frank are among the other candidates being considered.
New name joins the managerial shortlist to replace Erik ten Hag
A new report from Catalan source Nacional suggests that Manchester United are prepared to make a move for former Barcelona coach Xavi Hernandez to succeed Ten Hag.
The Spanish tactician is currently out of a job.
Xavi served as Barcelona’s head coach for two and a half seasons, during which he won La Liga once and earned praise for his team’s attractive style of play.
However, he reached a point where further progress seemed unattainable, leading to his departure—a decision that many Barcelona fans opposed.
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One of the significant criticisms of Ten Hag has been his lack of tactical clarity.
In contrast, Xavi is known for his meticulous approach to team setup and player roles, sometimes to the point of rigidity.
Having learned from a world-class coach like Pep Guardiola, the Blaugrana legend emphasizes a positional and disciplined style of management.
For a club like Manchester United, which has a roster full of promising talent and is focused on building towards future success, Xavi could be an ideal fit.
His philosophy aligns with nurturing project players and implementing a clear tactical framework.
It remains to be seen whether Erik Ten Hag can retain his managerial position following the disappointing draw against Aston Villa.
The club’s next moves will be crucial as they aim to climb back up the Premier League standings.
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