Manchester United is reportedly considering Inter Milan manager Simone Inzaghi as a possible replacement for Erik ten Hag, whose future is increasingly uncertain after a crushing 3-0 defeat to Tottenham. The loss, coupled with sharp criticism from club legends Paul Scholes and Rio Ferdinand, has put Ten Hag under mounting pressure.
Ten Hag’s Future in Doubt
Though still in charge, Ten Hag’s position could be re-evaluated during the upcoming international break, with Sir Jim Ratcliffe reportedly assessing the situation. United’s struggles, which have left them 13th in the Premier League, have sparked widespread speculation about the manager’s future.
Inzaghi as a Top Contender
Simone Inzaghi, who has been at the helm of Inter Milan since 2021, is seen as a leading candidate if United parts ways with Ten Hag. Under Inzaghi, Inter won the Serie A title last season and reached the 2023 Champions League final, losing to Manchester City. The Italian manager also has two Coppa Italia victories with Inter and a Coppa Italia triumph with Lazio in 2018-19.
Other Candidates for the Job
The report from The Daily Star suggests that former England manager Gareth Southgate is another name being considered by United. Southgate has been away from management since England’s defeat in the Euro 2024 final to Spain.
High Costs of Replacing Ten Hag
According to Goal, replacing Ten Hag could cost Manchester United £17.5 million, as the Dutchman recently signed a contract extension following United’s FA Cup success. Despite this, the team’s inconsistency and current form have led to significant criticism from pundits and fans alike. Gary Neville, for example, blasted United’s first-half performance against Tottenham as “disgusting” and “an absolute disgrace.”