Erik ten Hag will leave the UK within 24 hours after the FA Cup final against Manchester City, marking the end of his tenure as Manchester United manager. The Dutchman has appeared more relaxed recently, indicating a weight lifted off his shoulders as he prepares to exit.

Despite overseeing United’s worst league season in 34 years, finishing eighth and crashing out of the Champions League, Ten Hag remains optimistic. He believes an FA Cup victory will reshape his tenure’s perception, stating, “We will be in a very different place if we win on Saturday because we will be in Europe and we will have another trophy.” Ten Hag emphasized the club’s progress and the improvement of many players.

However, injuries plagued the season, which he discussed with new part-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe. While Ratcliffe’s team plans for the future, Ten Hag sees his departure as timely, with the next message likely being “bon voyage.”

Manchester United performance and stats

Manchester United is currently 8th in the Premier League with 54 points.

In the last 38 games, it has won 18 times, drawn 6 times, and lost 14 times. In its last match, Manchester United won 0-2 against Brighton & Hove Albion.​​

It has a negative goal difference after scoring 52 goals and conceding 56.​

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