Ten Hag will join on a three-year deal with an option to extend the contract by another year, bringing an end to the long-winded managerial pursuit the Red Devils have undergone.
A statement on the club’s official website read:
The club’s football director John Murtough commented:
Manchester United finally appoint full-time manager
Ten Hag’s appointment as United manager has been the worst kept secret in the football world. The Dutch tactician emerged as the favorite the moment interviews with candidates for the Old Trafford hotseat began.
Having previously targeted Paris Saint-Germain manager Mauricio Pochettino, the Red Devils were said to have been impressed by the vision Ten Hag had for the club. The Ajax manager was soon in pole position to take control of the club.
The 52-year-old commented on being confirmed as the next United boss, saying:
Erik ten Hag’s appointment comes at a time when United are in need of a huge improvement in the mood around the club. They hit rock-bottom on Tuesday night after being thrashed 4-0 by fierce rivals Liverpool.
Now that the Dutchman has been confirmed, all eyes will be on the summer overhaul.
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