Revealed: How Man Utd players reacted to news Erik ten Hag would be staying with Red Devils

Late on Tuesday night, reports emerged that the Dutchman would be kept on following United's end-of-season review. Now, The Telegraphclaims the Red Devils players felt the 54-year-old would be dismissed and were taken aback by the news. They add that the 'overriding' reaction from the squad was one of 'surprise' and the majority are pleased this 'uncertainty' is over.

Just when it looked as if Ten Hag would be given the boot, the former Ajax manager will stay on at United and is reportedly set for contract extension talks, with his current deal expiring in 2025. This came after a season where they finished eighth - their lowest-ever Premier League placing - and crashed out early in the Champions League and Carabao Cup. But their FA Cup triumph and their lengthy injury list has, seemingly, saved Ten Hag.

United reportedly considered replacing Ten Hag with former Chelsea managers Thomas Tuchel and Mauricio Pochettino, Brentford boss Thomas Frank, and ex-Brighton head coach Roberto De Zerbi before sticking with the Dutchman.

Ten Hag will be able to enjoy his summer break a whole lot more following this news. He will begin his preparations for the upcoming season in the coming weeks before linking up with his players for pre-season next month.