Manchester United has announced the termination of Erik ten Hag's contract as the team's manager, effective immediately. This decision comes after a disappointing 2-1 defeat to West Ham, which left United sitting in a dismal 14th place in the Premier League table.
Ten Hag's departure marks the end of a two-and-a-half-year tenure at Old Trafford, during which he led the team to two domestic trophies, including the Carabao Cup in 2023 and the FA Cup in 2024. Despite these successes, the team's recent performances have been underwhelming, leading to the decision to part ways with the Dutch manager.
Ruud van Nistelrooy is set to take over as the interim head coach while the club searches for a permanent replacement. The search is already underway, with several high-profile names rumored to be in contention for the top job. The team's first match under new leadership is scheduled against Chelsea on Sunday, marking a fresh start for the Red Devils.
Ten Hag's departure is the latest in a string of high-profile managerial changes at Old Trafford, following in the footsteps of David Moyes, Louis van Gaal, Jose Mourinho, and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer. As the team looks to the future, fans will be hoping for a return to the success and stability that has eluded them in recent years.