Times: Agents of different managers start offering their clients to Man United (reliability: 5 stars)

Erik ten Hag is facing an uphill battle to remain in charge at Manchester United, according to the Times.

'A host of intermediaries' have already 'started touting their clients' for the manager's position at Old Trafford.

It is an open secret that Sir Jim Ratcliffe is ready to replace the Dutchman after assuming control of football operations.

Ten Hag's future will be assessed at the end of the season with Man United currently within a shot of finishing in the top four.

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