Former Chelsea and Bayern Boss Thomas Tuchel has been appointed as the manager of Manchester United this evening after the sacking of Erig Ten Hag

What Thomas Tuchel and Sir Jim Ratcliffe discussed in a covert encounter in Monaco has become clear. After leaving Bayern Munich at the conclusion of the season, the former Chelsea manager has been closely associated with the Manchester United position.
After just three months in the dugout at the Allianz Arena, Tuchel broke ways with the German giants. The 50-year-old guided Bayern to the Champions League semi-final even though he cannot stop Bayer Leverkusen from storming the Bundesliga.
Erik ten Hag, meantime, has an unclear future at Manchester United even if he defeated Manchester City in the FA Cup final last month. The Dutchman nevertheless managed to get his hands on several medals and guarantee Europa League status even though the Red Devils were ninth in the Premiership.

Ten Hag’s contract expires next year, although it’s yet unknown whether he would stay head coach next term. Should German claims be taken at their value, Manchester United may be getting ready for his leaving.
Ratcliffe met Tuchel last Tuesday in Monaco, according to BILD Sport writer Christian Falk. Though it’s also been reported Tuchel does not intend on landing another position this summer, the report notes the German explained his ideas if he were to succeed Erik ten Hag at Old Trafford.

Referring to his work with Antonio Rudiger, who delighted in a fresh lease of life under his rule at Stamford Bridge, Falk also notes how Tuchel described how he would squeeze Jadon Sancho back into the side and how he might revive Mason Mount.

Ahead of Euro 2024 this summer, Louis van Gaal was asked in an interview by Sky Sports about the future of his fellow compatriots. The Dutchman requires more time at Manchester United, the Netherlands boss argued.

“Yes of course (he should remain) but I also wanted more time,” the 72-year-old remarked. “I also took home the FA Cup; 20 years had seen no FA Cup winners before me. Erik is now winning the FA Cup, the first year also (qualified for the Champions League), hence I doubt you should sack him; he needs more time.

“But I might also be more critical; he’s not done brilliantly. Though one might criticize him greatly, he has also demonstrated to be a competent manager.

Ten Hag spoke with media during the FA Cup final last month about his future’s speculations. “We are precisely where we want to be,” he added, “and I am in a project. We are building a group here. United was disaster when I took over.

“We are on our way to build a team for the next years. We shall ride the ups and downs. Although at the end of the day it is about winning trophies, what you see is the squad is maturing and is winning.”

Ten Hag further said: “Two trophies in two years is not terrible. Though three finals is not terrible, we have to stay on. I am not happy with it. We owe it to each other better. Since that is what I did my whole career, I go somewhere else to win medals if they want me no longer.
The recent meeting between Thomas Tuchel and Sir Jim Ratcliffe in Monaco has sparked discussions about the future managerial position at Manchester United. Following his departure from Bayern Munich after a brief tenure, Tuchel has been linked to the potential vacancy at Old Trafford. Reports from BILD Sport’s Christian Falk indicate that Tuchel shared his vision for Manchester United, including plans to rejuvenate players like Jadon Sancho and Mason Mount, reminiscent of his successful stint with Antonio Rudiger at Chelsea.

Meanwhile, Erik ten Hag’s future at Manchester United remains uncertain despite his recent success, including an FA Cup victory over Manchester City and securing Europa League qualification. With his contract set to expire next year, speculation about his tenure persists. Former Netherlands coach Louis van Gaal has publicly supported Ten Hag, emphasizing the need for more time to build a successful team.

Ten Hag, addressing the rumors, reiterated his commitment to the project at United, highlighting the progress made since his arrival and the importance of long-term development. Despite achieving notable successes, he acknowledged the need for continuous improvement and trophy wins to satisfy the club’s ambitions.