Zinedine Zidane to Xavi: Who will be the Manchester United Manager after Ten Hag Sacking?

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Manchester United sacked their head coach Erik ten Hag on Monday (October 28) amid their shocking start in the Premier League this season.

The club's recent struggles and the decision to sack ten Hag after just three league victories out of nine matches was evident and the Dutchman found himself in murky waters after the West Ham defeat on Sunday.

Despite winning the FA Cup last season, the club's performance in the Premier League has been below expectations, leading to this significant change. The club is now tasked with finding a suitable replacement who can lead Manchester United back to its former glory.

As Ten Hag is no more at the club, Manchester United's search for a new manager comes at a crucial time as the club aims to reverse its fortunes and climb back up the Premier League table.

The appointment of ten Hag's successor will be a critical decision for the club's future, as they seek to rebuild and achieve the high standards expected by fans and stakeholders. Ruud van Nistelrooy, who is to take up the role of interim manager, is unlikely to be a long-term solution.

Who will be the new Manchester United Coach?

Where should Manchester United look? At the moment, there are some top coaches available whom they can target. The quest for the new professor at Old Trafford has to be a fast-track method as United can't afford to lose a long time before the new appointment. Amid this, here are five names who can be the new successor at Old Trafford-

Xavi

The former Barcelona coach can be a replacement at the club. Xavi's tactical acumen and understanding of the game will bring a positive change at the club. Although the Spaniard has never coached in the Premier League, United can bring him at the helm for a new chapter.

Massimiliano Allegri

The former Juventus boss is another potential heavyweight who can grace the Old Trafford stands. Allegri, a serial winner in Italy didn't leave Juventus in the best of terms, and will be keen for a new challenge. Manchester United's stature and current status bring the apt challenge for Allegri who may become exactly what the club needs. Allegri's no-nonsense attitude is also the perfect medication for a disjointed Man United squad, which requires discipline.

Graham Potter

Former Brighton and Chelsea manager Graham Potter is also going to be in the race. Potter had somewhat an unfortunate sacking at Chelsea, and a job at Manchester United can resurrect his cause. Potter did extremely well with Brighton during his time at South coast, and Manchester United can benefit from his simple yet effective approach.

Zinedine Zidane

Zinedine Zidane can be roped in by Manchester United. The Frenchman, who has had a terrific stint with Real Madrid, is a perfect candidate to replace ten Hag at the club. Zidane's tactical brilliance as well as his stature as a player can bring the stability the Man United dressing room requires. Although it will be a herculean effort to bring the ex-Real Madrid boss, United can try to lure him to the job.

Edin Terzic

Edin Terzic is one of the favourites to be the successor at Old Trafford. The former Borussia Dortmund manager is admired by the Man United hierarchy and they may turn to him for the role. Terzic took Dortmund to the Champions League final last season, and the 41-year-old is known for his tactical brilliance and excellent man management skills.

As United's search for a new coach begins, the most important aspect will be to pick the right manager. Since the departure of Sir Alex Ferguson, United have never had stability and the fans would crave for that.