Manchester United 'make decision over Erik ten Hag future ahead of next season'
The Red Devils have seen their Champions League hopes take a huge hit over the last seven days, drawing 1-1 with Brentford last weekend before losing 4-3 at Chelsea on Thursday night.
Man United had been ahead in stoppage time in both of those fixtures in London but came away with just a point to show for their efforts, and they are currently sixth in the table, nine points behind fifth-placed Tottenham Hotspur on the same number of matches (30).
There has been widespread speculation surrounding Ten Hag's future at the helm, with the Dutchman yet to receive public backing from new minority shareholder Sir Jim Ratcliffe.
However, according to inews, Ten Hag's job is not in danger, with the Dutchman expected to remain in charge heading into next season, even if a Champions League finish in the Premier League is not achieved.
Ratcliffe not planning Ten Hag departure at this moment in timeThe report claims that a particularly poor end to the season could force Ratcliffe and his team to change their mind, but there is currently a lack of viable alternatives.
England manager Gareth Southgate and ex-Chelsea head coach Graham Potter are seen as the favourites to replace Ten Hag, should the former Ajax boss lose his job.
Southgate is allegedly keen to sign another contract with the Three Lions to lead them into the 2026 World Cup, though, and appointing the 53-year-old would be a risk considering his lack of experience in club management.
Julian Nagelsmann is said to be keen to remain with Germany, meanwhile, and links with Zinedine
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