Erik ten Hag has been given a clear deadline for his potential departure from Manchester United, as the club’s management considers a replacement. Reports suggest that a new candidate, described as a “genius,” has been offered a three-year contract to take over if needed.

Erik ten Hag has received a fresh deadline regarding his position as Manchester United manager, shortly after reports surfaced that INEOS had reached out to another coach.

Discussions about Ten Hag’s future have been prevalent, particularly during the last international break, and they are expected to continue unless United’s performance improves.

Following the previous international break, United secured a 2-1 victory against Brentford but faltered afterward with a draw against Fenerbahce in the Europa League.

According to The Times, Ten Hag’s next five matches will significantly influence his future at the club.

Ten Hag remains under scrutiny after winning only three of his first eight Premier League matches, placing United in 12th position in the league.

A swift improvement is essential for United to advance in the Premier League and salvage their European campaign, especially after three consecutive draws in the Europa League. Simone Inzaghi has been mentioned as a possible replacement for Ten Hag.

According to a report from InterLive this week, Simone Inzaghi has allegedly agreed to take over for Erik ten Hag at Manchester United. The Inter Milan manager is said to be willing to wait until the end of the season before signing a three-year contract with the club.

The information appears to originate from Italian sources, as it hasn’t been widely reported in the UK media. The report claims that Inzaghi has “given his approval” following several video meetings with United’s board.

Inzaghi has been in charge at San Siro for three years, during which he has won the Scudetto, two Coppa Italia titles, and reached the Champions League final in 2023.

The Premier League regards Inzaghi as a “genius.” Arsenal legend Thierry Henry praised him in March after Inter scored a remarkable goal against Bologna in Serie A. Henry remarked on CBS Sports, as quoted by Football Italia, that while it’s often said that strikers don’t make good managers, Inzaghi defies that notion.

He emphasized the effectiveness of Inzaghi’s team setup, noting their ability to defend against opponents and adapt their formation. Henry highlighted unique plays, such as center-back to center-back assists, stating, “I’ve never seen that… this guy obviously is a genius.”