Man Utd finally reach Erik Ten Hag agreement as source ends doubts and reveals salary and contract details

Manchester United are reportedly on the verge of finally confirming Erik Ten Hag as their new manager after widespread reports claimed they have now reached a verbal agreement with the Dutchman.

United have been deliberating their new manager for some time now. In what will be one of the most important managerial appointments in their history, it seems the Dutchman has finally been chosen as the new man to take the helm. He is set to become the fifth permanent manager at Old Trafford since Sir Alex Ferguson’s retirement in 2013.

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However, the path to appointing the Dutchman has been far from smooth. Having first interviewed him during the most recent international break, reports outlined a number of reservations United had over his prospective appointment.

That led to suggestions that long-standing frontrunner Mauricio Pochettino could get the job after all.

Furthermore, over the weekend, it appeared United’s hopes of landing Ten Hag were on the wane. That’s after reports in De Telegraaf stated Ten Hag was also in receipt of a rival offer, from Bundesliga side RB Leipzig.

But, having seemingly decided he’s the best candidate to take the club forward, multiple reports now claim an agreement has been reached.

The claims are led by The Athletic’s David Ornstein, who states Ten Hag has agreed an initial three-year deal at Old Trafford. That agreement will also give the Red Devils the chance to extend