Erik ten Hag has reportedly agreed to sign a four-year deal to become the next manager of Manchester United.
The Ajax head coach is believed to be the leading candidate to replace interim boss, Ralf Rangnick ahead of the 2022-23 campaign, after holding positive talks with the Red Devils hierarchy.
According to the Daily Mirror, United representatives made a breakthrough in negotiations with Ten Hag on Tuesday, and the Dutchman has agreed in principle to sign a four-year contract to take charge in the summer.
The report added that Ten Hag presented a long-term plan to United chiefs during an interview, explaining his preferences to revolutionise the team’s style of play and to have full control over business in the transfer market.
One previous report claimed that the Red Devils could announce the appointment of the 52-year-old as early as next week, but they would need to activate the £1.7m release clause in his Ajax contract.
Former United coaches, Rene Meulensteen and Steve McLaren, are believed to be among the potential candidates to join Ten Hag’s backroom staff should he take the reins at Old Trafford.
Erik ten Hag is reportedly keen to bring Ajax assistant Mitchell van der Gaag with him to Manchester United.
According to The Athletic, the Dutchman wants to bring current Ajax assistant Van der Gaag with him to Old Trafford.
Steve McClaren, who worked as an assistant at Man United under Sir Alex Ferguson, has also allegedly been in touch with Ten Hag to discuss a move to Old Trafford.
Ralf Rangnick will continue to lead the 20-time English champions on an interim basis for the remainder of the season before becoming a consultant for the Red Devils this summer.