BAD BALD HEAD: Erik ten Hag Sacked By Manchester United, Nistelrooy As Interim Coach
Manchester United have fired manager Erik ten Hag after a disappointing start to the season, the Premier League giants announced Monday.
United fell to 14th place in the table after suffering their fourth defeat in nine league games at West Ham on Sunday, and they have won only one of their last eight games in all competitions.
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“Erik ten Hag has left his role as Manchester United men’s first-team manager,” said a club statement.
“Erik was appointed in April 2022 and led the club to two domestic trophies, winning the Carabao Cup in 2023 and the FA Cup in 2024.
“We are grateful to Erik for everything he has done during his time with us and wish him well for the future.
“Ruud van Nistelrooy will take charge of the team as interim head coach, supported by the current coaching team, whilst a permanent head coach is recruited.”
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Even before the West Ham defeat, Dutch manager Ten Hag oversaw United’s worst start to an English top-flight season since 1989/90.
The 54-year-old’s position had repeatedly been called into question in recent weeks after United co-owner Jim Ratcliffe kept him on board at Old Trafford following the club’s FA Cup final win over Manchester City at Wembley In May.
BAD BALD HEAD: Erik ten Hag Sacked By Manchester United, Nistelrooy As Interim Coach
