Manchester United are eyeing Brighton & Hove Albion boss Roberto De Zerbi as Erik ten Hag’s replacement but face competition from Juventus.
Manchester United have started the season in mediocre form, and Erik ten Hag is under a lot of pressure. A report from TEAMtalk has claimed that the Red Devils are now lining up potential replacements, with Roberto De Zerbi emerging as a target. But Juventus are also keen on the Brighton & Hove Albion manager.
The 44-year-old Italian manager has done an exceptional job since taking over at Brighton & Hove Albion and he could prove to be an interesting appointment for Manchester United. Ten Hag’s future at the Premier League club is a constant subject of speculation, and it remains to be seen whether the Dutchman can hold on to his job until the end of the season.
Erik ten Hag was backed heavily during the summer transfer window. But he has failed to get the best out of his players, and the Red Devils are unlikely to be able to challenge for major trophies this season.
They were expected to make a go for the Premier League title this season but are now struggling to compete for a top-four finish. Their performances in the UEFA Champions League have been below par as well.
De Zerbi has employed an exciting brand of football at Brighton, and the Seagulls have done well to pull off impressive results against big clubs. There is no doubt that he is good enough to manage a top Premier League club, and it remains to be seen whether Manchester United make an official approach for him.
Meanwhile, Manchester United will face competition from Juventus, who are looking at potential replacements for Massimiliano Allegri. The opportunity to manage one of the biggest clubs in his homeland could be an attractive proposition for the 44-year-old. Both clubs would represent an exciting move for the manager, and it remains to be seen where he ends up.
The 44-year-old is still quite young. But he has the experience and the pedigree to succeed at the top level. He will be tempted to test himself at the highest level if there are approaches from clubs like Juventus and Manchester United. Brighton will probably look to hold on to him for as long as possible. But they could be powerless to stop him from leaving.
