ERIK TEN HAG has been shortlisted by a Champions League club six months after his acrimonious exit from Manchester United.
Ten Hag, 55, was sacked in October despite winning the Carabao Cup and FA Cup in his first two years in charge as he oversaw United’s worst ever start in the Premier League this season.
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According to Kicker, however, the Dutch tactician could be set for a massive return that would see him participating in next season’s Champions League as he is a serious candidate for Bayer Leverkusen.
Leverkusen may soon need a new manager to replace Xabi Alonso a year after he led them to an undefeated domestic Double.
Alonso poses as a favourite to replace departing Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti at the end of the season.
And the same source claims Ten Hag, who used to work as manager of rivals Bayern Munich’s reserves, is on the reigning German champions’ list of candidates.
However, there have not yet been any concrete talks with the ex-Utrecht boss.
Nevertheless, the Bundesliga giants have still gathered information on the Dutchman’s situation as they explore the market.
But everything will depend on what Alonso chooses to do with his future.
Threrefore, Leverkusen are waiting on the Spanish tactician’s final decision.
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This comes after Ten Hag hinted he may never return to management.
The ex-Ajax boss is currently enjoying some time off away from the spotlight of the dugout.
And he confirmed in February that he’s keeping his options wide open when it comes to his next move.
The ex-Man Utd boss would be open to a new project that “suits him” but is currently happy working away from football with his family.