According to the ESPNthe technician of Manchester United, Erik ten Hagwill suffer a cut of 25% in his salary if he continues in the position by decision of the board.
The Dutchman, who signed a three-year deal with the English giants after leaving Ajaxin May 2022, is under enormous pressure at Old Trafford, as the team is having a poor campaign in Premier League and should not be able to qualify for the next edition of the UEFA Champions League.
Despite Red Devils have reached the final of FA Cup For the 2nd year in a row, the way the classification came about further increased Ten Hag’s “frying” behind the scenes.
On that occasion, United opened 3-0 over the Coventry Citybut suffered an incredible 3-3 draw against the English 2nd division team, winning their place only on penalties after almost losing in overtime.
Sources of ESPN pointed out that the new football leadership of the Manchester team, headed by the new owner Sir Jim Ratcliffeis already exploring behind the scenes some options to take Ten Hag’s place, such as:
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Gareth Southgate (England national team)
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Roberto De Zerbi (Brighton)
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Thomas Frank (Brentford)
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Gary O’Neil (Wolverhampton)
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Thomas Tuchel (Bayern Munich)
However, despite the season below expectations, people interviewed by the report assured that, at the moment, preparation for 2024/25 is still being made with the Dutchman continuing as coach.
Sources of ESPN highlighted that Ten Hag, like several athletes in the squad, has a productivity contract at Old Trafford, with his payments being related to the team’s performance.
Precisely for this reason, the non-classification of Champions would activate a clause that would automatically cut 25% of the coach’s salary in case of non-participation in the main UEFA tournament.
How the Commander Wins 9 million pounds (R$58 million) per season, this would make their salaries fall to £6.75 million (R$43.54 million) annually.
Behind the scenes, this is treated positively, as the termination fine would be smaller if the “Red Devils” decide to fire the Dutchman at the end of the current season.
At the moment, United are in 6th place of Premier Leaguewith 53 points in 33 matches. Already the Aston Villawhich is in 4th and opens the area of Championsit has 66but with 34 disputed duels.
It is worth remembering that the Tottenham is also in contention for a place in the Champions League. You Spurs occupy the 5th placement, with 60 points in 32 duels.
