Kieran McKenna and four managers Manchester United can replace Erik ten Hag with

Erik ten Hag will know his job is on the line after overseeing Manchester United’s worst-ever Premier League finish, following Champions League and League Cup exits before Christmas.

United travel to Wembley on Saturday for a repeat of last year’s FA Cup final against Manchester City knowing a win is their final chance to secure European football next season. Sir Jim Ratcliffe is expected to make a decision on the manager’s future soon.

The Manchester Evening Newsunderstands that Ratcliffe is not entirely convinced about Ten Hag being his long-term coach and has placed Roberto De Zerbi on his potential alternative shortlist. The Italian has now left Brighton and is seeking his next role.

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Meanwhile, United have expressed an interest in Ipswich Town manager Kieran McKenna after achieving back-to-back promotions to the Premier League. Others have also been connected with the United dugout.

Former United coach McKenna is also attracting attention from Chelsea and Brighton given his immense work with the Tractor Boys, with whom his contract expires in 2025. This is the 38-year-old’s first senior management job, having taken over in 2021.

McKenna offers longevity given his age but is still a risk with just two-and-a-half years of experience leading a club, having yet to do so in the top flight. However, familiarity with Old Trafford may sway him towards United if he does decide to leave Ipswich.

Last year, De Zerbi outlined his desire to stay in the Premier League due to his reverence for the quality of football. “I feel good in England, in the Premier League and I