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SIR JIM RATCLIFFE could be forced into a dramatic U-turn on Erik ten Hag because of Manchester United fans.Supporters of the club have made it clear they want the Dutchman – who is subject to an ongoing review – to stay after he led the side to a second trophy in two years, beating Man City to the FA Cup on Saturday.Meanwhile, United have reportedly held talks with Mauricio Pochettino and Thomas Frank – although it is unclear if this took place before or after the cup victory at Wembley.BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSFollow all the latest news, moves and completed deals belowMcKenna ‘set to sign new Ipswich deal’
Kieran Mckenna could sensationally be set to stay at Ipswich as he edges closer to a new deal, reports suggest.
According to The Athletic, McKenna will end speculation on his future by committing to a new long-term contract at Ipswich.
The Northern Irishman has led the Tractor Boys to back-to-back promotions.
Consequently, he has become highly coveted by a number of Premier League outfits who are either without a manager or are considering their options.
Copy linkCopiedTen Hag’s record
Sir Jim Ratcliffe looked more than a little shame-faced when he headed into Manchester United’s dressing room to congratulate his FA Cup winners.
Before Saturday’s victory reports were certain that Ratcliffe and co were going to sach Erik ten Hag.
But after the Pep Guardiola blunder, the Ineo group have been very quiet on the Dutchman’s future.
Ten Hag has won the Red Devils two trophies in two seasons. Most Prem clubs would be delighted to say that they have achieved this too.
Erik ten Hag’s Man Utd recordHere is a look at Erik ten Hag’s record in charge of Manchester United.
Games: 114
Wins: 68
Draws: 15
Losses: 31
Goals scored: 207
Goals conceded: 156
Points per game: 1.92
Honours: EFL Cup x1 (2023), FA Cup x1 (2024)

Copy linkCopiedGuehi chase
Arsenal face serious competition from Man Utd for the signature of Marc Guehi, according to reports.
A report on Team Talk claims the Red Devils have made the Crystal Palace defender a priority signing this summer.
The Gunners have tracked Guehi for two years and could add to their defence in the summer.
Guehi has been picked by Gareth Southgate for England’s Euro 2024 squad.
Copy linkCopiedDe Zerbi joins FIVE man shortlist
Ex-Brighton manager Roberto De Zerbi has emerged as a potential candidate to succeed Erik ten Hag at Manchester United, according to The Mail.
The report claimed United officials sounded out De Zerbi via intermediaries last week.
The Italian has since been linked with a move to Chelsea, Barcelona and Bayern Munich.
With the managerial merry-go-round continuing to spin, Man Utd have also added him to a five-man shortlist in case Ten Hag departs.
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Copy linkCopiedBruno on Ten Hag
Skipper Bruno Fernandes backed his boss who is set to be sacked from Man Utd despite winning the FA Cup 2-1 against local rivals Man City on Saturday.
When quizzed on what Ten Hag had got right tactically, Fernandes told ITV: “Everything. He prepares every game well. Sometimes it works and sometimes it doesn’t.
“I think you could see it was about being compact and making pressure between the lines.”
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Copy linkCopiedMan Utd ‘could be RELEGATED to Conference League’
Manchester United face being relegated to the Europa Conference League despite their FA Cup final triumph, reports suggest.
Sir Jim Ratcliffe has bought a 27.7 per cent stake at the Red Devils and made an £88.7m purchase of Ligue 1 side Nice in 2019.
According to L’Equipe, Ineos’ stake has come with a plan to invest a further £245m for infrastructure works which would take their ownership to more than 30 per cent.
And it may cause problems for the Old Trafford outfit under Uefa’s multi-club ownership rules.
Passing this threshold would put Ineos in violation of ownership rules and force one of the teams to be relegated to the Conference League.
Article 5.01 b. of the Uefa regulations states no individual “may simultaneously be involved, either directly or indirectly, in any capacity whatsoever in the management, administration and/or sporting performance of more than one club participating in a UEFA club competition.”
They have updated it this season to say a club that is replaced in one competition “may still be admitted to another UEFA club competition (i.e. in descending order: UEFA Europa League or UEFA Conference League) to which the relevant national association has access”.

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According to a report by The Telegraph, Manchester United have “held talks” with the representatives of Brentford boss Thomas Frank and newly unemployed Mauricio Pochettino.
Both have been linked to replacing Erik ten Hag at old Trafford if the Dutchman is sacked despite winning the FA Cup on Saturday.
United are going to conduct an end-of-season review this week ahead of making a final decision on the Dutchman’s future.
Copy linkCopiedTen Hag ‘believes he could still be sacked’
Erik ten Hag “believes he could still be sacked” despite leading the club to FA Cup glory on Saturday, according to ESPN.
United are set to make a season review this week and the Dutchman’s future will not be decided until that has concluded.
Ten Hag has been under immense pressure in recent weeks after the Red Devils had their worst Premier League finish yet but an FA Cup win could lead him to stay at Old Trafford.
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Copy linkCopiedTen Hag’s future
Manchester United are yet to confirm Erik ten Hag’s future at the club.
Despite winning the FA Cup final on Saturday reports last week confirmed the Dutchman will still head out the exit door.
And at his post-match press conference at Wembley, he said: “if they don’t want me any more then I go anywhere else to win trophies”.
“I am in a project and we are exactly where we want to be,” Ten Hag bristled. “We are on our way to constructing a team for the future.
“I will go with ups and downs. When I took over we were in a mess at United.
“The team is developing, the team is winning and at the end of the day it is about winning trophies and the team also plays to an identity.”
Copy linkCopiedMcKenna is still in the running 
Kieran McKenna is still in the running to take over from Erik ten Hag.
The Ipswich man is no longer in contention for the Chelsea job, according to The Athletic.
Chelsea look to announce their new manager this week.
With Leicester City’s Enzo Maresca, Brentford’s Thomas Frank and former Brighton boss Roberto De Zerbi in a three-horse race for the leading role at Stamford Bridge.
Copy linkCopiedMan Utd’s open letter signed off
The letter continued: “We know how much this club means to so many people — in Manchester and around the world. The backing you have given to us, even during times when we fell short of the standards that we set for ourselves, has been unbelievable.
“We understand the sacrifices that you have to make to show this level of support. It does not go unnoticed or unappreciated. We know this season overall has not been good enough and we make no excuses. But we ended it in the best way possible, celebrating a trophy all together.
“We want more days like yesterday. We are excited for the future here. There is so much that we have to achieve together. We will fight to bring Manchester United the success that this special club deserves.”
It then signed off with: “Thank you for your unrivalled support. The 2023/24 Manchester United squad.”
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The emotional letter read: “To every Manchester United fan, we all know that this club is special. 
“Yesterday’s game was yet another reminder of that. As we fought to win the FA Cup, the incredible atmosphere you generated inside Wembley helped push us over the line.
“Celebrating all together was beautiful. Fans, staff, players — all united as one. Those memories will live with us forever. 
“It was a further reminder that with your support behind us, and the United badge on our chests, we can achieve great things.
“You can be sure that we feel immense pride in representing our football club. This shared passion will drive us forward together, back to where this club belongs.”
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Erik ten Hag and Manchester United’s squad penned an emotional open letter to fans after their FA Cup triumph.
And they admitted that this season was “not good enough” despite talking up the club’s “exciting future”.
Ten Hag, who looked set to be sacked, led his team to a brilliant display to deny Premier League champions Man City a double, double as Utd won 2-1 at Wembley.
They defied all the speculation over the Dutchman’s job to take the lead on half hour when Alejandro Garnacho, 19, pounced on a defensive mix-up between Stefan Ortega and Josko Gvardiol.
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Manchester United have completed their first sale of the summer.
The Red Devils confirmed the departure of left-back Alvaro Fernandez yesterday.
Benfica have completed the £5million capture of the 21-year-old after triggering the buy option in his loan.
It is understood the deal includes both a buy-back and sell-on clause for United.
Fernandez’s exit comes just hours after United’s FA Cup triumph at Wembley Stadium.
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Copy linkCopiedUtd legend wants new home
WAYNE Rooney is house-hunting in Britain’s costliest coastal hotspot in the West Country, sources say.
The England and Man United great, 38, and wife Coleen have been eyeing properties in and around the posh Devon resort of Salcombe.
Roo, axed as Birmingham City manager in January, is the new boss of Championship side Plymouth Argyle.
Salcombe, about 25 miles to the east of Plymouth, is a haven for sailors, yachties and surfers and is in the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Homes there average about £1.1million and this month it was named Britain’s most expensive coastal spot.
Mum-of-four Coleen, 38, is said to be keen on having a second family home by the coast — although the family’s Cheshire mansion would remain their principal base as the boys are enrolled in schools there.
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SIR JIM RATCLIFFE looked more than a little shame-faced when he headed into Manchester United’s dressing room to congratulate his FA Cup winners.
A journalist in Wembley’s mixed zone area shouted after him as to whether Erik ten Hag would be in charge of United next week.
There were no smiles or laughs in return — instead, right-hand man Sir Dave ­Brailsford ushered Ratcliffe away from the naughty questioner.
It was reminiscent of Mr Burns and Smithers from The Simpsons.
Because the plan had already been hatched ahead of Saturday’s 2-1 win over Manchester City…  and this was all rather awkward.
Read Neil Custis’ view on United’s dilemma in sacking Ten Hag.

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HARRY MAGUIRE brutally took aim at Leeds United with a cheeky Instagram post following their play-off final heartbreak.
As if the heartbreak of a fall at the final hurdle wasn’t enough for Leeds fans, they were then trolled online by England star Maguire.
The centre-back posted a sly dig at the Yorkshire club on his Instagram story.
Maguire posted a photo of Southampton fans celebrating their promotion alongside the caption: “Hope everyone is having a fantastic Sunday”.
Being a Man Utd player, Maguire will be well aware of the long-standing rivalry between Leeds and the Red Devils.

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Arsenal face serious competition from Man Utd for the signature of Marc Guehi, according to reports.
A report on Team Talk claims the Red Devils have made the Crystal Palace defender a priority signing this summer.
The Gunners have tracked Guehi for two years and could add to their defence in the summer.
Guehi has been picked by Gareth Southgate for England’s Euro 2024 squad.
Copy linkCopiedGreenwood’s future
Mason Greenwood released a 52-word statement on his future as Getafe fans begged him to stay with a new chant.
Greenwood’s future remains unclear as he enters the final year of his United contract.
But the forward sent a message to fans as he posted a statement on social media.
It read: “Incredibly grateful to the Getafe family and fans for an amazing season.
“Thank you for making me feel welcomed and one of your own. I enjoyed every second, alongside my teammates and club.
“A bitter sweet ending, but it was a pleasure to play for you, I wish you all the best.”
Copy linkCopiedPep Exit
Erik ten Hag is not the only manager whose future is now up in the air.
Man City boss Pep Guardiola is expected to leave the club when his contract runs out in June 2025.
The club have enjoyed a dominant period under Guardiola – winning six Premier League titles in eight years – but now face huge uncertainty.
Not only because of Pep’s imminent exit but the 115 charges that hang over them.
Copy linkCopiedFirst bit of business
Alvaro Fernandez has left Manchester United with the club completing their first bit of transfer business for the season.
Fernandez, 21, never made a senior appearance for United having been signed from the Real Madrid academy at 17.
He previously spent time on loan Preston and Granada before moving to Benfica in January – he will join the Portuguese giants on a permanent deal for £5million.
Copy linkCopiedPoch and Frank Talks
Man Utd have reportedly held talks with Thomas Frank and Mauricio Pochettino over the manager’s role.
The Telegraph report does not clarify when the talks were held, however, and it is unclear if this was before or after the FA Cup final – which may have forced Sir Jim Ratcliffe into a rethink over the future of Erik ten Hag.
United also held talks with Kieran McKenna last week – but again, this was before Ten Hag won a second trophy in two seasons.
Copy linkCopiedSquad send open letter
Man Utd players have sent an open letter after the FA Cup win and the end of the season.
It read: “To every Manchester United fan, we all know that this club is special. Yesterday’s game was yet another reminder of that.
“As we fought to win the FA Cup, the incredible atmosphere you generated inside Wembley helped push us over the line. Celebrating all together was beautiful. Fans, staff, players — all united as one.
“those memories will live with us forever. It was a further reminder that with your support behind us, and the United badge on our chests, we can achieve great things.
“You can be sure that we feel immense pride in representing our football club. This shared passion will drive us forward together, back to where this club belongs.
“We know how much this club means to so many people — in Manchester and around the world. The backing you have given to us, even during times when we fell short of the standards that we set for ourselves, has been unbelievable.
“We understand the sacrifices that you have to make to show this level of support. It does not go unnoticed or unappreciated. W
“e know this season overall has not been good enough and we make no excuses. But we ended it in the best way possible, celebrating a trophy all together. We want more days like yesterday.
“We are excited for the future here. There is so much that we have to achieve together.
“We will fight to bring Manchester United the success that this special club deserves. Thank you for your unrivalled support.
“The 2023/24 Manchester United squad.”
Copy linkCopied’Amazing’
Veteran defender Jonny Evans also wants Ten Hag to keep his job, revealing: “He’s been amazing for me, I can only thank him for that.
“I have a good relationship with him, I hope he stays.”
Asked how all the players would feel if Ten Hag is axed, Evans, 36, added: “I don’t know. You’ll have to ask everyone that.
“Since I came back in the summer he’s had no problems trusting in me.
“You want that from the manager, to show that belief in you. He did that.”
Copy linkCopiedFans to save Ten Hag?
Sir Jim Ratcliffe has been rattled by fan power as Manchester United delay a public announcement on Erik ten Hag’s future, writes Neil Custis.
New part-owner Ratcliffe had decided to replace the Dutch boss – with Kieran McKenna, Mauricio Pochettino, Thomas Tuchel, Gareth Southgate, Thomas Frank and Graham Potter all in the frame.
But United supporters’ vociferous support for Ten Hag in the wake of Saturday’s stunning 2-1 FA Cup Final victory over champions Manchester City has left Ratcliffe and his Ineos chiefs in a spin.
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ERIK TEN HAG lifted a second trophy in two years as Manchester United beat Man City in the FA Cup final – but his future remains unclear.According to The Athletic, Sir Jim Ratcliffe and Ineos INEOS sporting director Sir Dave Brailsford intend to “objectively assess all aspects” of the campaign in the next week or so, as Ten Hag leaves for holiday.Winning the FA Cup may mean Ratcliffe performs a U-turn after previous reports claimed the Red Devils were lining up Mauricio Pochettino to potentially replace him.BEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSFollow all the latest news, moves and completed deals belowPep lauds Martinez
Pep Guardiola praised Lisandro Martinez for his performance in the FA Cup final.
The Argentine returned from injury to play a starring role in the Wembley showpiece.
“Lisandro Martinez is top five centre-backs in the world,” Pep said after the game.
“He made the difference on this game by playing passes through our defence.”
Copy linkCopied’Next Mainoo’
MANCHESTER UNITED fans are convinced Erik ten Hag has found the next Kobbie Mainoo after their FA Cup win.
Mainoo has been a breakout star this season after watching United’s last cup win – the 2023 Carabao Cup – from the Wembley stands.
After that final Ten Hag spoke to him on the pitch with his arm around his shoulder, and appeared to be sharing some tactical insight with the youngster.
Fast forward 15 months and the United boss did the same with another young Red Devils midfielder – Toby Collyer.
Ten Hag was seen pointing towards the pitch directing Collyer before shaking hands with the 20-year-old and embracing him.
Collyer is yet to make his first-team debut for United but did feature for the Under-21s this season.
He joined from Brighton in 2021 and fans think he is ready to follow in Mainoo’s footsteps.
Copy linkCopiedEriksen lined up by Ajax
Christian Eriksen will be handed the chance to rejoin first club Ajax this summer — if Manchester United agree to a pay-off.
But the Danish midfielder, 32, is set to sit tight until Erik ten Hag’s future is sorted, in case his old Spurs gaffer Mauricio Pochettino comes in.
Eriksen has 12 months left on his £150,000-a-week contract but United are keen to get some of the higher earners off the books to help fund Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s planned rebuild.
United would not ask for a fee for Eriksen as long as that is factored into any agreement over the remainder of his contract.
Copy linkCopiedErik bites back at rumours
Erik ten Hag issued a defiant response after being questioned over his future in the wake of Man Utd’s FA Cup triumph.
He said: “Two trophies in two seasons and three finals. That’s not bad.
“If they don’t want me any more I go somewhere else to win trophies. That is what I do.
“I am here to win and I want to build a team. My whole managerial career I have won games and trophies.”

Copy linkCopiedDan can be the man
Ex-United winger Dan James wants to be the main man to fire Leeds back into the Premier League – despite his penalty heartache for Wales.
The speedster missed the crucial kick against Poland as Wales missed out on qualification for Euro 2024.
But James is ready to step up from 12 yards at Wembley this afternoon.
He told SunSport: “When taking a penalty, you make up your mind where to shoot and stick with it.
“You’ve got to be confident and trust all the tips and tricks you’ve learned down the years.
“But we’ve all also got to be mentally and physically ready after 120 minutes.
“You’re going to be tired mentally so it’s important to relax.
“When I scored the penalty in the Europa League final, there were no fans because it was during Covid, so it’ll be much different with 90,000 at Wembley on Sunday.
“Having the penalty saved for Wales was disappointing. There’s always going to be someone who misses and unfortunately it was me that night. It only makes you stronger.”
Copy linkCopiedFeel the ‘burn
Jim Ratcliffe says he wants to find a new superstar rather than fork out millions.
And the Ineos billionaire has been good to his word with SunSport revealing Old Trafford’s recruitment team are now going after 16-year-old Blackburn striker Igor Tyjon.
United’s move comes after we told you about their swoop for Port Vale forward Baylee Dipepa, 17.
And they are also in the running for Aussie right-back James Overy, 16, ahead of rivals Everton and West Ham.
Tyjon has already been on Rovers’ first team bench and their plans to tie him down are boosted by the fact that he wants to play senior football for them first.
Blackburn picked up Tyjon from Rochdale and will demand the biggest fee possible amid fears United will come in hard for the teenager.
Copy linkCopiedCase is closed
But one man who did not join in the FA Cup celebrations was Casemiro.
The Brazilian was initially named among the substitutes at Wembley but was then withdrawn from the matchday squad altogether before the 3pm kick-off.
And while his pals were rejoicing on Saturday night, Casemiro was on an evening flight with his wife Anna Mariana and their children Sara and Caio.
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Boozy Rasmus Hojlund and the Premier League’s “hottest Wag” led the United FA Cup celebrations.
The players and their loved ones partied into the night after upsetting City at Wembley.
Hojlund looked merry while holding a bottle of bubbly as plenty of the players got into the sing-songs.
Scott McTominay was joined by partner Cam Reading, who got a lovely picture of them together at their table.
Lindelof was also joined by his stunning wife Maja Nilsson Lindelof while Garnacho’s girlfriend Eva Garcia posted a photo of the pair posing with the FA Cup trophy with the caption of “I love you @garnacho7”.
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Copy linkCopiedAl-mighty reaction
Sir Alex Ferguson delivered a brilliant one-word reaction to Manchester United’s stunning FA Cup final win.
After shaking hands with Sir Jim Ratcliffe and Sir Dave Brailsford, Sir Alex walked past a group of journalists waiting in the Wembley mixed zone in his United suit and tie.
Asked for his verdict, Ferguson simply said: “Fantastic.”
The FA Cup success was just the fifth piece of silverware for the Red Devils since Fergie retired in 2013.
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Copy linkCopiedDec puts rivalry aside
Declan Rice showed his class with a message of support for his best mate Mason Mount.
Mount came off the bench late on at Wembley as United won the FA Cup.
And in a celebratory Instagram post posing with the famous trophy, he wrote: “Ending a frustrating 2023/24 with a trophy. Your support pushed us all the way today as it has all season. Thank you United.”
Best mate and former Chelsea academy team-mate Rice commented: “Love it you.”
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Copy linkCopiedRatcliffe snubs question
Sir Jim Ratcliffe refused to back Ten Hag after the victory.
He was asked by a reporter: “Is Erik staying?”
But despite looking over to the reporter, he did not give an answer.
The silence of Manchester United failing to come out in support of Ten Hag in recent weeks has spoken volumes…
Copy linkCopiedUnited after all?
Erik ten Hag appears to have secured his Manchester United – at least until next week.
The Dutchman was expected to be sacked regardless of the result in the FA Cup final.
But he is clinging on to his job for now – after the epic 2-1 win over City.
However, that may only be for another few days because United chiefs are planning to conduct a season review.
According to The Athletic, Sir Jim Ratcliffe and Sir Dave Brailsford intend to “objectively assess all aspects” of the campaign, which included a worst-ever Premier League finish in eighth.
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Copy linkCopiedVan de Beek spotted at concert
Forgotten star Donny van de Beek snubbed Manchester United’s FA Cup triumph for a CONCERT in Amsterdam.
The £40million Dutchman, 27, featured just twice this season under Erik ten Hag before being packed off to Eintracht Frankfurt in January.
Van de Beek hoped to rediscover his old Ajax form with the German side, having failed to impress on loan at Everton two years ago.
But the midfielder was only able to feature in eight matches for the Bundesliga side.
And Frankfurt rejected the chance to make his stay permanent after snubbing a clause for just £9.5million.
Van de Beek is now technically back at United after the German league campaign ended a week ago.
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Copy linkCopiedEriksen exit exclusive
Christian Eriksen will be handed the chance to rejoin first club Ajax this summer — if Manchester United agree to a pay-off.
But the Danish midfielder, 32, is set to sit tight until Erik ten Hag’s future is sorted, in case his old Spurs gaffer Mauricio Pochettino comes in.
Eriksen has 12 months left on his £150,000-a-week contract but United are keen to get some of the higher earners off the books to help fund Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s planned rebuild.
Yet with no chance of players matching their Old Trafford wages elsewhere, United face using a hefty slice of the summer budget to ease them out.
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Jonny Evans has now won every single major trophy with Man Utd.
▪️Premier League▪️UEFA Champions League▪️FIFA Club World Cup▪️FA Cup▪️Carabao Cup

Copy linkCopiedRashford’s pride
Marcus Rashford has hit back at people who have criticised him for not caring about Man Utd.
After helping his club win the FA Cup, he shared an image of himself crying tears of joy.
He captioned the snap: “People want to know what Man United means to me!

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CHRISTIAN ERIKSEN will be handed the chance to rejoin first club Ajax this summer — if Manchester United agree to a pay-off.
But the Danish midfielder, 32, is set to sit tight until Erik ten Hag’s future is sorted, in case his old Spurs gaffer Mauricio Pochettino comes in.
Eriksen has 12 months left on his £150,000-a-week contract but United are keen to get some of the higher earners off the books to help fund Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s planned rebuild.
Yet with no chance of players matching their Old Trafford wages elsewhere, United face using a hefty slice of the summer budget to ease them out.
United would not ask for a fee for Eriksen as long as that is factored into any agreement over the remainder of his contract.
Copy linkCopiedEvans wants Ten Hag to stay
JONNY EVANS became the first Manchester United player to declare they want Erik ten Hag to stay.
 after securing the second FA Cup winners’ medal of his career, he made no secret of the fact that he wants the Dutchman to remain in charge.
He was first asked if the victory could be a significant start to something under Ten Hag, to which he said: “I hope so.
“He’s been amazing for me this season, bringing me back in.
“I’ve only got good things to say about him and over the last month I think he’s showing incredible tactical flexibility.”
When asked directly if he wants Ten Hag to stay, Evans said: “He’s been amazing for me and I can only thank him for that and I have a good relationship with him.
“So I hope he stays.”
Copy linkCopiedInside United’s cup celebrations
Erik Ten Hag was drenched in champagne while stars sank cans of Carling after Manchester United’s FA Cup triumph.
The Red Devils beat Man City 2-1 in Saturday’s clash, sealing a second trophy in as many years while avenging last season’s defeat to their rivals.
United boss Erik ten Hag was in defiant mood when he met the media afterwards, insisting he’d “go somewhere else to win trophies” if dismissed by Sir Jim Ratcliffe.
But he was all smiles when he returned to his players in the dressing room for jubilant celebrations.
Lisandro Martinez, who also played under Ten Hag at Ajax, soaked the gaffer in champagne after uncorking a bottle.

Copy linkCopiedScholes raves about Mainoo
PAUL SCHOLES has claimed that Kobbie Mainoo is “ten times the player” he was at 19.
He shared an image of Mainoo slotting past Ortega on his Instagram story.
And that came with a message that read: “Read a few comparisons between me and this kid last week… don’t waste your time, he is 10 times the player I was at 19,” wrote Scholes.
“Just love the way he receives the ball, the calmness, the awareness of what’s around him and of course big goals in big games.”
Scholes finished off by saying: “This boy is special… and he’s a f***ing red.”
Copy linkCopiedTen Hag’s x-rated outburst
ERIK TEN HAG gave an X-rated answer as he spoke following Manchester United’s FA Cup victory.
The Red Devils boss did not hold back as he described a previous performance from his side.
United were thrashed 4-0 by Crystal Palace earlier this month on their way to an eight placed finish in the Premier League.
However, he hailed his team’s response since that defeat after United beat Manchester City in the FA Cup final on Saturday.
Following the win, Ten Hag spoke to MUTV and was asked about his players’ “brilliant” display against City.
In response, he said: “I’m proud as well, firstly for the players, the staff, they did an incredible job, and the fans. The whole season.
“I remember Crystal Palace a couple of weeks ago when we played s*** and they backed us.
“They backed us and they are incredible. I said last week after Newcastle, they are the best fans in the world so I am really grateful.”
Copy linkCopiedTen Hag’s pride
Erik Ten Hag was “like a proud father” as he embraced his two teenage Manchester United FA Cup heroes.
Fans were moved as captain Bruno Fernandes and Marcus Rashford burst into tears after their epic triumph.
But fans were moved by more nice scenes that were caught on camera as Ten Hag, who Sir Jim Ratcliffe refused to back even after the cup victory, got hold of his two teenage matchwinners.
The clip showed the boss place a hand on each of Garnacho and Mainoo’s cheeks as he then pointed at them and pulled them both in for a cuddle as they smiled.

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Erik Ten Hag has issued a defiant response to rumours he could be sacked by Manchester United.
The Red Devils boss’ future has been in doubt for several weeks following their disappointing season.
Speaking during his post-match press conference, he explained: “Two trophies in two seasons and three finals. That’s not bad.
“If they don’t want me any more I go somewhere else to win trophies. That is what I do.”
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ERIK TEN HAG took a brutal dig at Roy Keane’s managerial record after guiding Manchester United to FA Cup glory.
The Dutch tactician could not resist taking a sly dig at Keane, who was working as a pundit at Wembley.
Keane said to him: “You must be proud of them, we’ve always questioned players about their quality at Man United, but character and leadership.
“They showed character today – which I had questioned, and a lot of people have…you shouldn’t listen to them pundits anyway! Take no notice of the pundits.”
Ten Hag replied: “But you told me!”
eane, pointing at fellow pundits Ian Wright and Joleon Lescott, then joked: “No, them two!” Ten Hag hit back by saying: “You had trouble to manage a team!”
That led to Keane saying: “Ah, I won a Championship with Sunderland…give me some praise, ah come on! You’re too harsh on me!”
Ten Hag then tried to explain “what I said to you” before Keane interrupted him to say “I agree” as both men smiled.
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ERIK TEN HAG’S tactical tweak outfoxed Pep Guardiola as he deployed an unsung Manchester United hero in a shock new position.
The Dutchman secured his second trophy as Man City were trumped 2-1 in the FA Cup final at Wembley.
Goals from Alejandro Garnacho and Kobbie Mainoo secured victory for United on Saturday.
The Red Devils kept City at bay for most of the match, with the Premier League champions unable to make an impact until Jeremy Doku’s goal in the 87th minute.
And it was all down to a brilliant tactical tweak from Ten Hag involving fan favourite Scott McTominay.
The Scot is usually deployed as a box-to-box midfielder and occasionally even plays as a No10.
But in the FA Cup final, McTominay formed part of a front two with Bruno Fernandes.

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