According to a report from L’Equipe, Zinedine Zidane, the former Real Madrid coach, is rumored to favor a move to Old Trafford over Bayern Munich.
While INEOS the new oweners haven’t indicated a decision regarding ten Hag’s future, the Dutch tactician remains in his role. However, there’s speculation that they might contemplate a managerial change in the summer. New owners often prefer to steer the team in a different direction, and ten Hag hasn’t solidified his position as indispensable for the Red Devils.
Manchester United are currently in seventh place in the Premier League trailing Aston Villa by 13 points for the fourth spot. INEOS will likely expect better performance from the team, so ten Hag must demonstrate signs of improvement.
French outlet L’Equipe (via GFFN) reports that Zidane is keeping an eye on Manchester United’s situation and would favor a switch to Old Trafford over the Allianz Arena. While he reportedly holds respect for the German club, language barriers and lifestyle considerations in the area are seen as significant obstacles for him.
Reportedly, INEOS has displayed interest in the former Real Madrid manager, with Jean-Claude Blanc being an admirer of Zidane. The 51-year-old, has been unemployed since departing from the Spanish club.
Zidane seems very selective in his choice of managerial positions, evident from his lack of employment since 2021. Throughout his managerial career, he has exclusively overseen Real Madrid, where he enjoyed considerable success in La Liga.
Although Zidane reportedly favors a move to United over Bayern, persuading him might be challenging, given the likelihood of numerous managerial offers he has received over the years. Italian journalist Fabrizio Romano has exclusively informed GIVEMESPORT that the last few weeks of the season will play a crucial role in determining ten Hag’s future, with discussions underway between the Dutch tactician and INEOS.
Reports indicate that the likelihood of ten Hag departing the club at the season’s end is growing. This wouldn’t be unexpected given Manchester United’s disappointing and erratic campaign, coupled with the possibility of INEOS preferring to appoint their own manager.
Despite the former Ajax manager securing a Carabao Cup trophy and Champions League qualification in his debut season, Manchester United’s performance has faltered this campaign. With slim chances of securing European football, ten Hag might now be auditioning for his long-term tenure at the club.