- Erik ten Hag is under pressure at Manchester United, and several coaches have been mentioned as potential replacements
- Xavi’s wife recently shared a photo of his son wearing a Man United jersey, fueling speculation about his links to the role
- The Red Devils have won just four matches in the 2024/25 season and sit 14th in the Premier League table
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Barcelona legend Xavi Hernandez has been linked with the Manchester United managerial job as Erik ten Hag comes under more pressure.
Xavi’s wife posted a photo of their son wearing a Red Devils shirt, intensifying speculation on Erik ten Hag’s future.
The Dutchman has overseen Man United’s worst start to a Premier League season, putting his position in serious jeopardy.
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Ten Hag has led the Red Devils to just four wins in the 2024/25 season. His side has won just once in the last eight games.
Xavi’s wife has dropped a huge hint on her husband’s next move after leaving Barcelona.
On Sunday, Xavi’s wife shared a photo of her son completing a sticker book while wearing a Man United jersey, per Express Sports.
Will Man United fire Erik ten Hag?
During the October international break, Man United’s hierarchy, led by owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe, held a six-hour meeting to discuss the club’s state.
However, Ten Hag kept his job, a disappointing outcome for many fans who expected the Dutchman to be shown the door.
Thomas Tuchel was mooted as a potential replacement but was recently hired as England coach.
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The Red Devils have won just three league matches this season and are 14th in the Premier League table. They face high-flying Chelsea at Old Trafford next weekend, a game Gary Neville says could determine his fate.
“They’ve got a game in midweek, but it will all come down to next weekend’s game against Chelsea,” he said via Manchester Evening News.
The former Ajax coach is in his third season with the club. He has won two trophies, but his performances in the Premier League have not been great.
Man United hold talks with four coaches
TUKO.co.ke earlier reported that Man United reportedly held “secret talks with four coaches to replace Erik ten Hag.
Xavi and Brentford boss Thomas Frank are among the coaches the club reportedly talked to.
Source: TUKO.co.ke
