Manchester United’s disappointing start to the 2023/24 season has culminated in the dismissal of manager Erik ten Hag. The Dutchman’s tenure at Old Trafford has come to an abrupt end following a 1-2 defeat to West Ham United on Sunday.
Ten Hag’s appointment in April 2022 was met with optimism, but the team’s performances have fallen short of expectations. United currently languish in 14th place in the Premier League standings, with just three wins from nine matches. Their Europa League campaign has also been underwhelming, with no victories in their opening two fixtures.
The club’s hierarchy has decided to part ways with Ten Hag after a series of poor results. Despite winning the Carabao Cup and FA Cup in his first season, the team’s overall performance has been unsatisfactory.
In a statement released on Monday, Manchester United confirmed Ten Hag’s departure: “Erik ten Hag has left his role as Manchester United men’s first-team manager. Erik was appointed in April 2022 and led the club to two domestic trophies, winning the Carabao Cup in 2023 and the FA Cup in 2024.”
The club expressed gratitude for Ten Hag’s contributions and wished him well in his future endeavors. Ruud van Nistelrooy has been appointed as interim manager while the club searches for a permanent replacement.
Ten Hag’s dismissal marks a significant setback for Manchester United’s rebuilding process. The club has invested heavily in new signings, but the team has failed to gel under his leadership. The search for a new manager will be crucial in determining the club’s future direction.
