On Monday, Manchester United conducted “good” meetings with Erik ten Hag, with the club’s management reportedly enthused by his vision and philosophy.
The meeting was part of the continuing search for the next permanent first-team manager.
The talks have progressed, according to Skysports, but that does not imply Ten Hag has emerged as the club’s first choice.
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United also intends to speak with their other favorite prospects as part of the process.
There is no early favorite, according to United insiders, and they are open-minded about the identity of their incoming manager.
They are Mauricio Pochettino, Julen Lopetegui, and Luis Enrique, according to Sky Sports News.
Ten Hag has a contract at Ajax that runs until the summer of 2023, but United’s good relationship with the Dutch club – former goalkeeper Edwin van der Sar is chief executive – allowed them to speak to him.
The club want to make a decision on their next permanent manager as soon as possible. However, they have not put a formal deadline on the process, which is being led by Darren Fletcher and John Murtough.
Former Manchester United striker Louis Saha believes the club can still attract the best managers in the world but admits whoever takes over will have a tough job.
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Ajax and Ten Hag’s representatives have been contacted for comment.
United had previously distanced themselves from coverage suggesting they are circling around Thomas Tuchel amid Chelsea’s uncertain future with one source describing it as “media talk not reality”.
They maintained there is a four-man shortlist being considered to take charge of the club, which does not feature the reigning European Cup-winning manager.
United are aware the opening move for a new ownership group at Stamford Bridge will be to secure Tuchel’s future.
The 48-year-old has also displayed the absolute opposite of a desire to exit Chelsea, navigating difficult circumstances with aplomb and underlining his happiness despite the upheaval.
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United want a manager in place ahead of the new season.
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