Against all odds on Saturday, Erik ten Hag produced a tactical genius to ensure his Man United side beat arch-rivals Man City in the FA Cup final.
No one had given the Red Devils the hope of defeating Pep Guardiola's team, who have lost one of their last 35 games, winning 29 of them (WhoScored).
By half-time, United were already two goals down and only one mistake by goalkeeper Andre Onana gave City a glimmer of hope on the day.
Man United are eyeing a surprise move for Erik ten Hag
The Dutchman was in charge of a top-class game and his team were deserved winners, however, that still won't be enough to save him from the chop.
According to The Guardian (subscription required), Sir Jim Ratcliffe could still sack the ten-year-old Hag despite winning the club their second trophy in two years.
In the TV interviews after the final, the manager made the point that United's horrendous injury problem throughout the season was a major reason for the club's lack of form at home, and perhaps Sir Jim would do well to remember that as he starts the season. a review that will decide, in the end, if Hagi ten is given a stay of execution.
Another surprising name to enter the conversation is former Brighton and Hove Albion manager, Roberto De Zerbi.
The Guardian note that the 44-year-old Italian has been approached by the club about the possibility of taking the hot seat at Old Trafford, and having left the Seagulls by mutual consent, there will be no compensation to be paid. The south coast outfit should United follow through on their initial negotiations.
It would be a step up for De Zerbi in terms of players to be managed, and that could be the reason ten Hag was relieved of his duties.
Both seem to be good at honing in on young and up-and-coming talent, but have the poise to handle the biggest names in the game…
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