MANCHESTER UNITED have sacked manager Erik ten Hag.
The Dutchman leaves Old Trafford with United 14th in the Premier League.
Erik ten Hag has been sacked
United suffered a 2-1 defeat to West Ham on Sunday
Ten Hag was seen getting into the back of his car as he left his Cheshire home.
The 54-year-old bowed his head as he prepared to travel back to the Netherlands.
His assistant, Ruud van Nistelrooy, will take over as interim manager while the recruitment process takes place.
A statement from the club read: “Erik ten Hag has left his role as Manchester United men’s first-team manager.
“Erik was appointed in April 2022 and led the club to two domestic trophies, winning the Carabao Cup in 2023 and the FA Cup in 2024.
“We are grateful to Erik for everything he has done during his time with us and wish him well for the future.
“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.”
Man Utd suffered a 2-1 defeat to West Ham on Sunday, leaving them in the bottom half of the Prem table.
The Red Devils have won just three out of nine league games so far this season, with four defeats and two draws.
United representatives felt there was a lack of progression and momentum under the Dutchman, SunSport understands.
They also believe results and performances have not been good enough over the last year.
Doubts began to emerge over Ten Hag’s future at Old Trafford earlier this year.
But the 54-year-old was handed a one-year contract extension in July after leading United to FA Cup glory at Wembley Stadium.
Ten Hag won the FA Cup with Man Utd in May
He subsequently spent almost £200million in the transfer market to strengthen his squad – only to endure the club’s worst start to a Premier League campaign.
The Red Devils have also struggled in Europe this season.
They currently sit 21st in the Europa League group stage table with three points from three games.
Former England manager Gareth Southgate has been heavily linked with the job.
But he recently claimed he will not coach or manage another team in the next year.
Ex-Barcelona boss Xavi has also been tipped to replace Ten Hag.
According to reports from last week, Man Utd contacted him over the position.
At first, United management prioritized Thomas Tuchel, a former manager of Chelsea and Bayern Munich.
But this month, the FA hired him and appointed him manager of England.
Manchester United will meet Leicester City in the Carabao Cup on Wednesday.
This weekend, the Red Devils will meet Chelsea in a pivotal Premier League game.