Ipswich Town: Manchester United sack manager Erik ten Hag

The Dutchman was first appointed in 2022, replacing interim boss Ralf Rangnick. Under his leadership, they finished third and eighth, winning the Carabao Cup in 2022/23 and the FA Cup in 2023/24.

The Red Devils had been linked with a number of other managers - including Town boss McKenna - but opted to stick with Ten Hag after Man United's win at Wembley against rivals Manchester City in last season's FA Cup final.

However, they currently sit 14th in the Premier League table with three wins, two draws and four defeats from nine games, which has forced them to part company with the 54-year-old.

In a statement put out this morning, the club confirmed: "Erik ten Hag has left his role as Manchester United men’s first-team manager.

"Erik was appointed in April 2022 and led the club to two domestic trophies, winning the Carabao Cup in 2023 and the FA Cup in 2024.

"We are grateful to Erik for everything he has done during his time with us and wish him well for the future.

"Ruud van Nistelrooy will take charge of the team as interim head coach, supported by the current coaching team, whilst a permanent head coach is recruited."

Town boss Kieran McKenna is 12/1 to replace the Dutchman at Old Trafford (Image: Ross Halls)

It remains to be seen how long van Nistelrooy is kept as interim manager, although it could see him lead Manchester United to Portman Road next month. The two sides will meet on November 24th, hacing last faced each other in the league back in 2002.

McKenna has once again been linked to the job, although he's further down the pecking order than last time. Van Nistelrooy is the 2/5 favourite, per Sky Bet, followed by Ruben Amorim [3/1], Gareth Southgate [7/2], Thomas Frank [5/1] and Xavi Hernandez [5/1].

Michael Carrick and Graham Potter can be found further down the list at 7/1, followed by McKenna at 12/1.