The United manager accepted Jason Wilcox’s suggestion about using Bruno Fernandes as a false 9, with Ten Hag’s flexibility impressing Sir Jim Ratcliffe
Bruno Fernandes and Manchester United won the 2024 FA Cup thanks to the Portuguese playing as a false 9 against Manchester City.Bruno Fernandes and Manchester United won the 2024 FA Cup thanks to the Portuguese playing as a false 9 against Manchester City.
This proved correct as United’s victory over the Premier League champions was arguably the finest display of Ten Hag’s two years in charge. Having also adopted the tactic for the wins against Newcastle and Brighton, the manager’s ability to be flexible earned the admiration of Ratcliffe, Wilcox and the Ineos-owner’s key lieutenant, Sir Dave Brailsford.
On Tuesday, Ratcliffe, who controls United’s football operation, ended his review of last season by concluding that Ten Hag should continue in his job. The 54-year-old is now negotiating a new contract with the club, having a year left on his current terms.
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