Man Utd SACK Erik ten Hag after dismal start to Premier League season

Manchester United have sacked manager following their defeat to .

currently sit 14th in the after they were at the London Stadium on Saturday. In a statement, United confirmed that club legend Ruud van Nistelrooy would take interim charge.

"We are grateful to Erik for everything he has done during his time with us and wish him well for the future," they said. "Ruud van Nistelrooy will take charge of the team as interim head coach, supported by the current coaching team, whilst a permanent head coach is recruited."

United almost got rid of Ten Hag over the summer after he guided them to their worst ever Premier League finish, but the new regime under Sir Jim Ratcliffe ultimately decided to keep him in charge and triggered a one-year extension to his contract.

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