Man United chiefs reportedly at odds after summer of ‘shambles’ resulted in Erik ten Hag’s sacking
Man United’s board are now divided over who should take responsibility for the disappointing season
Manchester United’s hierarchy are reportedly at odds following a tumultuous summer that culminated in Erik ten Hag’s dismissal early this season.
The 2023–24 campaign proved challenging for the Red Devils, with a disappointing eighth-place finish in the Premier League – their worst-ever league position – and an early exit from the Champions League, where they finished bottom of their group.
Amidst growing speculation over Ten Hag’s future, Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s INEOS-led consortium decided to keep the Dutchman in charge, handing him a one-year contract extension.
The club then backed their manager by spending nearly £200million on players Ten Hag had identified as key to his plans.
Despite the heavy investment, results failed to materialise, and by October, Man United found themselves in 14th place in the Premier League, having won just four of 14 matches in all competitions.
The Sun reports that Manchester United’s board are now divided over who should take responsibility for the disappointing season.
Even with the recent additions of sporting director Dan Ashworth and technical director Jason Wilcox, the club’s recruitment strategy has come under scrutiny, with several new signings struggling to make an impact.
Erik Ten Hag’s sacking alone cost the club over £15million, and United also had to pay £10million to bring in Ruben Amorim and his coaching staff from Sporting CP.
Additionally, the club made an extra payment to allow the Portuguese coach to shorten his notice period with the defending Portuguese champions.
Man United’s board will be hopeful that Amorim can turn things around.
The 38-year-old took charge last week and will oversee his first match on Sunday, November 24, as United face Ipswich Town at Portman Road.
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