Manchester United are preparing to initiate discussions for a fresh contract with their manager, Erik ten Hag, according to information obtained by 90min.
Ten Hag, who assumed the managerial role in 2022, guided Manchester United to a commendable third-place finish in the Premier League and secured the Carabao Cup during his inaugural season.
Despite facing early challenges in the ongoing campaign, marked by four defeats and off-field complications, the team has responded with two recent victories, notably triumphing 3-0 over Crystal Palace.
Currently under contract until June 2025, with the possibility of a one-year extension, discussions for a renewal were scheduled approximately 18 months into the initial agreement. The club’s leadership aims to uphold this plan, having already engaged with Ten Hag’s representatives.
In the context of the club’s ownership and management dynamics, the Glazer family initiated a process exploring strategic alternatives for investment or ownership transfer nearly 10 months ago. This has affected the stability of the club and its personnel.
Chief Executive Richard Arnold, granted autonomy over processes since his appointment, is striving to maintain normalcy in contract renewals for both players
Marcus Rashford recently signed a long-term contract, and Ten Hag is now next in line for discussions regarding his future with the club.
Arnold and John Murtough, within the club’s hierarchy, express contentment with Ten Hag and continue to offer their unwavering support, even amid challenging results and off-field disturbances.
They firmly believe that Ten Hag is the right person to lead Manchester United forward and demonstrated this support during a recent disagreement between the manager and Jadon Sancho.
Publicly acknowledging the task assigned to him by the club to set and maintain standards due to a perceived lack of a conducive culture prior to his arrival from Ajax,
Ten Hag is viewed by the club as a pivotal figure in fostering unity and discipline among players and staff amidst uncertainty regarding the club’s ownership.
The potential acquisition of Manchester United by Sir Jim Ratcliffe and Sheikh Jassim remains active, awaiting a response from the Glazer family.
The Raine Group, overseeing the takeover process, is awaiting further communication from the Glazers regarding the offers made for the club, with the family reportedly holding out for a £6 billion valuation for a complete sale.
