4 major fallout scenarios If Manchester United

The pressure is mounting on Erik ten Hag as the season spirals further into chaos for Manchester United. After a crushing 3-0 defeat to Tottenham and a fall to 13th in the Premier League, Ten Hag is reportedly on the brink of losing his job at Old Trafford.

With a crucial Europa League clash against Porto and a Premier League showdown with Aston Villa on the horizon, the Dutchman’s fate could be sealed in a matter of days.

If Ten Hag is shown the door, here are four seismic shifts we can expect at Manchester United:

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Ruud van Nistelrooy Poised for the Interim Job

United legend Ruud van Nistelrooy, currently Ten Hag’s assistant, is the front-runner to step in. Having left PSV Eindhoven to join the Dutchman’s coaching staff, van Nistelrooy is viewed as the most likely stopgap by the club’s hierarchy. The former striker could offer a short-term fix if United decide to part ways with Ten Hag.

Gareth Southgate’s Odds to Take Over Set to Plummet

As rumors swirl, former England boss Gareth Southgate is quickly emerging as a favorite for the permanent role. Already sitting at 4/1 odds, his chances of taking the reins will skyrocket if Ten Hag gets the sack. Southgate, who could be available post-Euro 2024, remains a top pick among key Manchester United decision-makers.

INEOS Under Fire: Fans Ready to Turn on Owners

INEOS and Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s decision to extend Ten Hag’s contract over the summer now looks like a huge gamble that may backfire. If Ten Hag is ousted, INEOS will likely face the wrath of United’s frustrated fanbase, echoing the anger that’s long been directed at the Glazers.

Ten Hag’s Golden Payout: Sacking Set to Cost United £17.5m

Should Manchester United pull the plug on Ten Hag, it won’t come cheap. The Dutchman’s contract runs until 2026, and sacking him now will cost the club a hefty £17.5m—an eye-watering £7.5m more than if they’d cut ties in June.

With tension rising, Erik ten Hag’s tenure could soon come to an abrupt—and costly—end. Could this be the final chapter for the Dutchman at the Theatre of Dreams?