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Erik ten Hag has 'influential backers' at Man Utd after FA Cup success as 'equivalent of Mikel Arteta' argument is put forward amid sack talk

According to <a href="https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/football/manchester-united-erik-ten-hag-manager-decision-future-b2551871.html" target="_blank">The Independent</a>, United's 2-1 win over City in the <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/lists/man-utd-player-ratings-vs-man-city-alejandro-garnacho-kobbie-mainoo/blte333646e571e3457" target="_blank">FA Cup final</a> has helped the Dutchman's case in his bid to keep his job. While the Red Devils have spoken to the camps of <a href="https://www.goal.com/en-gb/lists/man-utd-approach-mauricio-pochettino-thomas-frank-erik-ten-hag-in-danger-sack-despite-fa-cup-final-triumph/blt6fbc38eb0eef6053" target="_blank">Mauricio Pochettino, Thomas Tuchel, Kieran McKenna, and Thomas Frank</a>, one argument being pushed by his defenders is the fact that Mikel Arteta struggled early on at Arsenal. Some believe the Spaniard had an "equivalent" first season at Arsenal to United's 2023-24 campaign, as he also won the FA Cup after finishing eighth in the Premier League, before going on to transform the Gunners into genuine title challengers.<blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Ten Hag still has influential backers in United's new hierarchy - one argument is that this is like Arteta season - still real danger he'll be sacked this week - first big test for INEOS structure amid fan mood - McKenna currently expected for Brighton<a href="https://t.co/TEd5R41hrd">https://t.co/TEd5R41hrd</a>— Miguel Delaney (@MiguelDelaney) <a href="https://twitter.com/MiguelDelaney/status/1794820642912833997?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 26, 2024</a></blockquote>
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WHAT HAPPENED?

While Ten Hag led United to third place last season and a Carabao Cup triumph, without their surprise FA Cup win, they would have to reflect on an eighth-place finish this term and a sorry Champions League group stage exit. However, the report adds there is 'sympathy' for the Dutchman over injuries and a series of other distractions. Either way, the ex-Ajax boss may learn his fate in the coming week.

THE BIGGER PICTURE

The report adds that while sacking Ten Hag would be an 'unpopular' decision amongst United fans, one highly prominent voice is 'adamant' a new manager should come in, and there have been questions raised about some of their recent signings.

DID YOU KNOW?

Ten Hag, who has just headed off on his holidays, could reportedly be replaced by ex-Chelsea bosses Thomas Tuchel or Mauricio Pochettino - who are understood to be United's top targets. Brentford's Thomas Frank is considered behind them, as is the greatly admired Ipswich Town boss Kieran McKenna.

WHAT NEXT?

Erik ten Hag has 'influential backers' at Man Utd after FA Cup success as 'equivalent of Mikel Arteta' argument is put forward amid sack talk | Goal.com Singapore

Erik ten Hag&apos;s Manchester United managerial job may yet be saved as the Dutchman reportedly has &apos;influential backers&apos; following his FA Cup triumph.

Erik ten Hag has &apos;influential backers&apos; at Man Utd after FA Cup success as &apos;equivalent of Mikel Arteta&apos; argument is put forward amid sack talk