United now considering ‘smart’ 41-year-old to replace Ten Hag, he has many admirers at Old Trafford – report | OneFootball

Manchester United have had a poor start to the Premier League season with just eight points accumulated from their opening seven matches.

The club are already six points adrift of the Champions League places. Saturday’s game against Brentford appears a must-win to avoid losing further ground.

Manager Erik ten Hag is preparing as normal for the weekend’s clash at Old Trafford, but his position could come under serious scrutiny if United don’t beat the Bees.

In case of that scenario, the club could be open to the possibility of sacking him. The Sun now claim that Edin Terzic is a shock candidate for the managerial role.

The 41-year-old guided Dortmund to the Champions League final against Real Madrid last term, but he surprisingly quit the job after the loss to Real Madrid.

He reportedly has ‘many admirers’ at Old Trafford, but would be a ‘smart and unexpected move’ if Ten Hag is dismissed as the manager in the near future.

Terzic would be a risky appointment for United

United had an executive meeting shortly after the goalless draw at Aston Villa, but there has been no update on Ten Hag’s position. This suggests that the board are happy to continue with him.

However, the Dutchman does not have much time to turnaround the club’s fortunes. Anything less than a win on Saturday could lead to serious questions over his managerial future.

Terzic has emerged as a surprise candidate for the job, but we are not convinced over his credentials.

Dortmund surprised the odds to reach the Champions League final, but their performances were average in the Bundesliga where they finished just fifth with 63 points on the board.

The club only qualified for the Champions League due to the new format. Germany received an extra spot in the elite competition after the impressive showing of Bundesliga clubs in Europe.

In our view, the Red Devils need a more high-profile and experienced head coach. Thomas Tuchel seems a more realistic option, having had a meeting with INEOS earlier in the summer.

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