Former Manchester United midfielder Paul Ince has tipped Gareth Southgate to leave England after Euro 2024 and return to club football in the near future.
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Manchester United stunned rivals Manchester City 2-1 at Wembley on Saturday to lift a 13th FA Cup.
Goals from Alejandro Garnacho and Kobbie Mainoo secured a memorable victory for Erik ten Hag's side after a miserable season which saw them finish eighth in the Premier League. Despite masterminding a famous win, Ten Hag's future at Old Trafford remains uncertain after reports that he will be sacked regardless of whether United won the cup or not.
MEN Sport understands that whilst co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe remains unconvinced by the Dutchman, the working assumption is that the club will be planning for next season under the former Ajax boss. Below is what some of the national media have said about Saturday's game and Ten Hag's future.
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Martin Samuel of the Times wrote: "Only the hierarchy at Manchester United has the answer to the question on everybody’s lips at Wembley. Did Erik ten Hag save the best for last?
"Was this, as was widely reported on the morning of the game, his last act as United manager? If so, it will be a hard one to follow, short term at least. An FA Cup final victory over bitter rivals, lifting the trophy for the first time since 2016. Ten Hag may depart in the manner of the master showman Phineas T Barnum, leaving his audience wanting more.
"More performances like this, more of United’s young players — this is the first time two teenagers have scored in an FA Cup final — more of a well-marshalled, hard-working team that were deserved winners, even if Manchester City took them to the
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How far, then, is either side willing to bend? That is going to be crux of the matter for Erik ten Hag and Ineos over the next few weeks as they seek to find some more common ground.
Manchester United's legendary midfielder Paul Scholes floated the idea of Steve McClaren replacing Erik ten Hag on an interim basis before the end-of-season review was concluded by Sir Jim Ratcliffe.
Just months after being at the centre of controversy around social media activity in relation to Erik ten Hag, Alejandro Garnacho appears to be supporting his manager.
Former Premier League defender Jose Enrique believes a Manchester United departure could benefit Marcus Rashford.
Alejandro Garnacho's brother has backed Erik ten Hag to 'write history' after it was revealed the Dutchman will remain as Manchester United manager.
Manchester United have made a decision on the future of Erik ten Hag months after icon Roy Keane called on the Dutchman to be "given more time".
Manchester United have confirmed Erik ten Hag will remain in charge of the club after a period of uncertainty around his future.
Pep Guardiola has already given his verdict on whether he believes Erik ten Hag should stay at Manchester United after the club decided to keep the Dutchman as manager.
Manchester United have reportedly made a decision over Erik ten Hag's future as manager.
Gary Neville has called on Manchester United to make a decision on Erik ten Hag now - but believes Gareth Southgate is not the right man to take over if the Dutchman is sacked.
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag is believed to be growing increasingly frustrated as his future at Old Trafford continues to be up in the air ahead of a vital summer transfer window for the club.
Manchester United are unlikely to appoint Mauricio Pochettino as their new manager if Erik ten Hag departs, according to reports.
It has been revealed what Thomas Tuchel and Sir Jim Ratcliffe discussed during a secret meeting in Monaco. The former Chelsea boss has been heavily linked with the Manchester United job following his departure from Bayern Munich at the end of the season.
Louis van Gaal has aimed a cheeky dig at Manchester United while urging Sir Jim Ratcliffe to keep Erik ten Hag. The United boss faces an uncertain future at Old Trafford despite leading the club to FA Cup glory.
Manchester United are yet to make a final decision on Erik ten Hag’s future as manager despite reports that the coach was due to get fired after the FA Cup final.
Manchester United first-team coach Benni McCarthy has explained why Jadon Sancho refused to apologise to Erik ten Hag earlier this season.
Alan Shearer feels he was 'well within his rights' to criticise Manchester United during his interview with Erik ten Hag after the FA Cup final on Saturday afternoon.
Jonny Evans hopes Erik ten Hag stays in charge of Manchester United and believes the Ineos group have a "big job to do" to refresh the squad if they are to build on their FA Cup triumph.
Manchester United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe and legendary manager Sir Alex Ferguson shared a quick handshake at Wembley Stadium before going their separate ways following the FA Cup final victory over Manchester City.