Manchester United announce Erik ten Hag as new first-team manager; signs deal until 2025

After months of speculation, Manchester United have finally appointed current Ajax coach Erik ten Hag as their new manager ahead of the 2022/23 season. The Dutch coach has signed a deal beginning from the end of this season until June 2025, with the option of extending for a further year.

While the 52-year-old would not be able to aid the club in improving their position in the Premier League this season, Red Devils fans will hope that ten Hag can once again help the club get back to the top in the upcoming years and make them a force to reckon with.

Manchester United appoint Erik ten Hag as new coach

Manchester United issued a statement on Thursday to confirm the appointment of Erik ten Hag as their new full-time manager ahead of the 2022/23 season. The complete statement read,

"Manchester United is delighted to announce the appointment of Erik ten Hag as Men’s First Team Manager, subject to work visa requirements, from the end of this season until June 2025, with the option to extend for a further year.

John Murtough, Football Director, said: “During the past four years at Ajax, Erik has proved himself to be one of the most exciting and successful coaches in Europe, renowned for his team’s attractive, attacking football and commitment to youth.

“In our conversations with Erik leading up to this appointment, we were deeply impressed with his long-term vision for returning Manchester United to the level we want to be competing at, and his drive and determination to achieve that. 

“We wish Erik the best of luck as he focuses on achieving a successful end to the season at Ajax and look forward to welcoming him to Manchester United this summer.”  

Erik ten Hag said: “It is a great honour to be appointed manager of Manchester United and I am hugely excited by the challenge ahead. I know the history of this great club and the passion of the fans, and I am absolutely determined to develop a team capable of delivering the success they deserve.

“It will be difficult to leave Ajax after these incredible years, and I can assure our fans of my complete commitment and focus on bringing this season to a successful conclusion before I move to Manchester United."