According to iNews, there’s contemplation within Manchester United’s new ownership, including Sir Dave Brailsford, also the director of sports at INEOS, about retaining Ten Hag as the club’s manager beyond the current season, especially after his instrumental role in leading them to a memorable victory over rivals Liverpool in the FA Cup quarter-finals.

However, this scenario might change if Dan Ashworth, expected to join as the sporting director from Newcastle United next season, and newly appointed CEO Omar Berrada, formerly with Manchester City, exert significant influence over the football team’s decisions.

A source cited by iNews explained, “Making big calls without consulting the experts is not what Sir Dave does. If anything, he will ask too many people’s opinions. Delegating to the right people is his thing. He is fully aware Ashworth and Berrada know better than he does whether Ten Hag is right for Manchester United. Transforming how major decisions are made is really what he is there for.”

With the Dutch manager tasked with securing a top-four finish this season to secure Champions League qualification, the pressure is on. Failure to meet this target might lead to considerations about his continuation. Nonetheless, Ten Hag remains focused on his responsibilities at Old Trafford, with United facing a pivotal Premier League encounter against Brentford on Saturday.