Erik ten Hag has given Manchester United five things to consider ahead of huge summer decision

Regardless of what happens between now and the end of the season, Erik ten Hag's future at Manchester United is going to remain a hot topic.

The Dutchman is understood to be in a position of uncertainty at Old Trafford following the arrival of the Ineos Group. The petrochemical giant, whose chairman is Sir Jim Ratcliffe, is in the process of implementing sweeping changes in M16, meaning nothing can be ruled out, either on or off the pitch.

But nobody is attracting more scrutiny and focus than Ten Hag. England boss Gareth Southgate, who has described ongoing reports as 'disrespectful', has been heavily linked with replacing the Dutchman, while others have also been touted as potential replacements.

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Despite the ongoing uncertainty, United are understood not to have made any firm decisions on Ten Hag's future. With that said, here are five reasons why the Reds should stand by him this summer and refrain from making a change:

Following confirmation of the deal that saw Ineos secure a 27.7 per cent stake in the club last month, they have wasted no time in trying to implement a proper football structure in M16. Omar Berrada has been installed as the club's new chief executive and Dan Ashworth is primed to become the club's inaugural sporting director at some stage.

Appointing leading figures within their respective areas of expertise shows that Ratcliffe has grand ambitions to put United back in a position where they can compete for the top prizes. Berrada was an important cog in the domination City have enjoyed in recent years while Ashworth has done an impressive job