Erik ten Hag is preparing Manchester United for their penultimate Premier League match against Newcastle, as they aim for a sixth-place finish. Raphael Varane announced his departure from the club, adding to the uncertainty surrounding Ten Hag’s future. Thomas Frank, the Brentford head coach, has been linked as a potential replacement for Ten Hag. There are also rumors circulating about Bayern Munich’s interest in Bruno Fernandes, but Ten Hag emphasized the club’s desire to keep the midfielder.
In the midst of the speculation about Ten Hag’s future, Thomas Frank has emerged as a leading candidate to take over if the Dutch coach is sacked. With Manchester United currently struggling in eighth place in the Premier League and unlikely to qualify for Europe next season, Ten Hag’s position is under scrutiny. The arrival of Ineos chief Sir Jim Ratcliffe has prompted the club to consider various high-profile coaches for the top job, with Frank being one of them. The decision on Ten Hag’s future is expected to be made soon.
Following months of speculation, Manchester United confirmed that Raphael Varane will be leaving the club as a free agent at the end of the season. Varane, who joined from Real Madrid in 2021, has made 93 appearances for the Red Devils. The decision not to activate the one-year option in his contract led to his departure. Varane’s exit adds to the challenges facing Manchester United as they navigate a period of transition.
As rumors swirl about Bruno Fernandes possibly leaving Manchester United, Erik ten Hag reiterated the importance of the Portuguese midfielder to the team. Fernandes still has two years left on his contract, with the option to extend for another year. Despite Fernandes hinting at addressing his future after Euro 2024, Ten Hag emphasized that the club is keen to retain him. Reports suggest that Bayern Munich is interested in signing Fernandes, adding another layer of uncertainty to his future.
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