Former Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag is reportedly being considered as the new coach of Bayer Leverkusen, according to Sky Sports reporter and transfer expert Florian Plettenberg. Ten Hag was sacked as United’s head coach in October after almost two-and-a-half years in charge, despite leading the team to success in his first season, including winning the Carabao Cup and finishing third in the Premier League table.
Plettenberg tweeted, “Yes, Erik ten Hag is a serious candidate for Bayer 04 Leverkusen! As reported by @kicker_B04, the 55-year-old Dutchman is on their shortlist, although there have not yet been any concrete talks with him. But Leverkusen have gathered information on Ten Hag as they explore the market.”
If Ten Hag joins Leverkusen, he will become the coach of Nigerian stars Victor Boniface and Nathan Tella. Leverkusen is currently waiting for Xabi Alonso’s decision regarding his future with the team.
Ten Hag’s tenure at Manchester United was marked by inconsistency, and his sacking came after a poor start to the season. Despite his departure, Ten Hag’s experience and tactical acumen could make him a strong candidate for the Leverkusen job.
As the situation unfolds, Nigerian football fans will be eager to see if Ten Hag joins Leverkusen and how he will work with Boniface and Tella. With his expertise and leadership skills, Ten Hag could potentially lead Leverkusen to success in the Bundesliga and European competitions.
The appointment of a new coach can significantly impact a team’s performance, and Leverkusen’s decision will be closely watched by football fans around the world. If Ten Hag does join Leverkusen, he will face the challenge of building a strong team dynamic and developing a winning strategy.
Additionally, Leverkusen’s interest in Ten Hag comes at a time when the club is looking to strengthen its squad and coaching staff, with the aim of maintaining its position among the top teams in the Bundesliga and making a deep run in European competitions.