Jonny Evans hopes Man Utd do not sack Erik ten Hag after FA Cup glory

Jonny Evans hopes Manchester United do not sack Erik ten Hag as the club consider the manager’s future following Saturday’s shock FA Cup final win against Manchester City.

A poor, injury-hit second season in the hot seat has heaped pressure on the Dutchman and a report on the eve of the game claimed the club had decided to fire him regardless of the result at Wembley.

But there was no sign of distraction under the arch as Ten Hag’s side shocked neighbours City, with Alejandro Garnacho and Kobbie Mainoo scoring in a 2-1 win that sealed FA Cup glory.

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It is United’s second trophy in as many seasons under the former Ajax boss, yet his future remains in serious doubt as ambitious Ineos heads into its first summer in control of football operations.

Mauricio Pochettino, Thomas Tuchel and Kieran McKenna are among those to be linked with a job that veteran defender Evans believes Ten Hag should remain in.

Asked how everyone would feel if the United manager left, the 36-year-old defender said: “I don’t know. You’ll have to ask everyone that.

“I think, on a personal level, he’s been amazing for me. I can only thank him for that. I have a good relationship with him, so I hope he stays.

“Since I came back in the summer he’s had no problems putting me in and trusting in me.

“You want that from the manager, to show that trust and belief in you. He did that. Like I said, I’ve had 30 games now, so I’m buzzing.”

The speculation somewhat took the shine off a win that secured silverware and Europa League qualification.

Ten Hag’s name was conspicuous by its absence from United co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s statement after the final