Erik ten Hag sacked by Manchester United after poor start to season | OneFootball

Erik ten Hag has been sacked as manager of Manchester United following a poor start to the Premier League season.

The Red Devils sit 14th after nine games played and suffered their fourth Premier League defeat of the season against West Ham on Saturday.

In a statement, the club said: “Erik ten Hag has left his role as Manchester United men’s first-team manager.

“Erik was appointed in April 2022 and led the club to two domestic trophies, winning the Carabao Cup in 2023 and the FA Cup in 2024.

“We are grateful to Erik for everything he has done during his time with us and wish him well for the future.

“Ruud van Nistelrooy will take charge of the team as interim head coach, supported by the current coaching team, whilst a permanent head coach is recruited.”

Former United striker and current coach van Nistelrooy is currently the favourite to be the next permanent United boss. Sporting CP boss Ruben Amorim, former England manager Gareth Southgate and Brentford head coach Thomas Frank also rank high on the list.