According to reports, Sir Jim Ratcliffe is “sure” he can persuade Gareth Southgate to take over as Manchester United’s manager as the England manager emerges as the top pick.
Though Southgate’s current Football Association (FA) contract is due to end in December, he has postponed talks over his future until after Euro 2024. The delay, according to the Daily Star, has given Ratcliffe the opportunity to try and entice the England manager to Old Trafford in an attempt to turn around the team’s fortunes under the new management. The Red Devils are expected to have to reimburse the FA for roughly £800,000 for Southgate, and they have requested that the tactician notify them as soon as possible of his choice so that the team can find other options for the upcoming campaign.
Ratcliffe’s trust in Southgate’s ability to lead England has been reinforced by discussions with the esteemed former Manchester United players, who have largely praised the England manager. Furthermore, Southgate has the backing of important individuals at the club, such as a few of the present squad and new director of football Dan Ashworth, with whom he had a close working connection during their time together at the FA.
With United, Southgate has an alluring chance to manage a team for the first time since leaving Middlesbrough in 2009.
Although Ten Hag has had some success during his time at United, including the possibility of winning the FA Cup and qualifying for the Champions League, Ratcliffe is skeptical of his ability to lead the team to long-term success.
Hence, Ratcliffe’s top goal is to name a manager who can lead United to a comeback, even with the financial consequences of firing Ten Hag, who would receive £10 million in compensation if fired.
A fascinating story that is made even more intriguing by the possibility of Southgate joining United at Old Trafford is the managerial storyline, which has United supporters excitedly awaiting new developments. During a friendly match between The Three Lions and Brazil on Saturday at Wembley, the 53-year-old will make his comeback to the dugout.
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