According to The Mirror, Manchester United has identified Zinedine Zidane as a potential managerial target.
The Red Devils were previously linked with Thomas Tuchel, but the German opted to become the new England national team manager. Tuchel had been a strong candidate for the United job during the summer when Erik ten Hag was under pressure, but the club ultimately decided to stick with the Dutchman after talks with Tuchel failed to materialize.
Now, with United struggling and currently languishing in 14th place in the Premier League, the club is reportedly considering Zidane as a possible solution. The Frenchman boasts an impressive resume, having led Real Madrid to two La Liga titles and three Champions League triumphs during his tenure at the Santiago Bernabeu.
Currently unattached, Zidane could see Manchester United as the ideal opportunity to return to management.
United’s poor start to the season, with only three wins in their first ten matches across all competitions, is especially disappointing given the club’s significant summer investment in new players. Upcoming fixtures against Brentford in the Premier League and Fenerbahce in the Europa League are expected to be pivotal for Ten Hag’s future at Old Trafford.
Despite missing out on Tuchel, United still have access to some of the best managerial talents in the game. Zidane’s global reputation for tactical expertise and leadership makes him a top contender.
The report also mentions Ruud van Nistelrooy, currently an assistant manager at United, as a potential successor, along with former England manager Gareth Southgate, who is admired by some within the club.
The club’s recent confirmation that Kobbie Mainoo and Harry Maguire will be sidelined for several weeks adds to Ten Hag’s challenges. His ability to navigate this crisis will be crucial.
Could Zidane be the one to revive Manchester United? His experience and stature in the game make him a strong candidate to steer the club back to its former glory.
In his third season, Ten Hag has struggled to transform United’s fortunes, despite previous successes in the League Cup and FA Cup. Meanwhile, Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe has also been linked with a potential move to Old Trafford.
The constant speculation about new managerial appointments only adds to the mounting pressure on Ten Hag, complicating his task of stabilizing the team.
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