Manchester United consider bringing Massimiliano Allegri as Erik ten Hag successor 

Manchester United consider bringing Massimiliano Allegri as Erik ten Hag successor 

Manchester United are reportedly considering former Juventus coach Massimiliano Allegri as a potential replacement for Erik ten Hag after the club’s poor start to the 2024/25 season.

 

 

The Red Devils’ recent 3-0 home defeat to Tottenham has intensified the pressure on Ten Hag, who has managed only seven points from their first six Premier League matches. United now trail league leaders Liverpool by eight points, and their European ambitions are in question following a disappointing 1-1 draw against FC Twente in the Europa League.

 

According to reports from Caughtoffside, Allegri is one of the names being considered at Old Trafford should United decide to part ways with Ten Hag. The 57-year-old Italian tactician, who has been without a club since being dismissed by Juventus in May 2024, boasts a stellar managerial record, including six Serie A titles, three Italian Supercups, and five Coppa Italia trophies.

 

Although Ten Hag’s position remains secure for the moment, the club is exploring alternatives should results fail to improve in the coming weeks.

 

 

United are entering a crucial phase of the season, with upcoming fixtures against Porto in the Europa League, as well as Premier League clashes with Aston Villa and Brentford. These games are expected to determine the Dutch manager’s future.

 

While no formal discussions have taken place, United are reportedly monitoring Allegri as a potential candidate due to his track record of success and trophy-winning pedigree. His experience could make him a strong contender to revive the club’s fortunes and restore their winning culture at Old Trafford.

 

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According to 90min, Manchester United has made a start to the 2024/25 season that mirrors their performance under David Moyes during his troubled 2013/14 campaign.

 

The team’s disappointing 3-0 loss to Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday leaves them with just seven points from their first six Premier League matches, with Erik ten Hag’s squad winning two, drawing one, and losing three.

 

Similar to Moyes’ tenure, Ten Hag’s team currently sits in 12th place in the Premier League standings after six games, and they could fall to 13th if Bournemouth wins against struggling Southampton on Monday evening. Both Moyes’ team and Ten Hag’s side have conceded eight goals in their opening six matches, but the current squad has a worse goal difference, having only scored five goals compared to the eight netted by Moyes’ team 11 years ago.

 

 

Defensive struggles have been a significant concern for Ten Hag, who has witnessed his United side concede three goals for the 23rd time during his tenure. The pressure on Ten Hag is substantial; however, he claims he does not fear being dismissed by the club. He believes that United remains committed to him as part of a long-term vision.

 

The Matchday 6 of the English Premier League has been concluded and the respective clubs are looking ahead into the next domestic league match.

 

 

 

Let’s take a lot look at the Premier League table, topscorers, top assists, and top clean-sheet lists after match-day six.

 

 

 

 

NEWCASTLE 1 – 1 MAN CITY

 

The Citizens extended their winless league run to two matches after they played out a 1 – 1 draw against Newcastle United at Saint James’ Park.

 

ARSENAL 4 – 2 LEICESTER CITY

 

The English Premier League giants Arsenal made it difficult for themselves but they grabbed the much-needed victory over here Leicester City to Emirates Stadium.

 

CHELSEA 4 – 2 BRIGHTON AND HOVE ALBION

 

The Blues showed their total dominance as they got a convincing 4 – 2 win over Brighton and Hove Albion.

 

WOLVES 1 – 2 LIVERPOOL

 

The English Premier Liverpool managed to get an hard fought 2 – 1 win over Wolverhampton Wanderers at Molineux Stadium.

 

MAN UNITED VS TOTTENHAM HOTSPUR

 

The Red Devils were also in action this weekend as they suffered an embarrassing 3 – 0 loss to Tottenham Hotspur at Old Trafford.

 

Top Scorers List;

 

 

 

Despite not scoring this weekend, The Manchester City striker Erling Haaland still sit on top of the EPL Top-Scorer Chart having recorded 10 goals so far this season.

 

Top Assists List;

 

 

 

The Arsenal winger Bukayo Saka still sit on top of the EPL Top Assist Chart having registered 5 assists in the league this season.