Ratcliffe's Era at Manchester United: A Rocky Road

Manchester United's decision to sack Erik ten Hag under co-owner Jim Ratcliffe's leadership marks a pivotal moment in the INEOS era. Despite significant investments, United's poor performance persisted, sparking criticism and highlighting organizational challenges. The search for a new manager underscores ongoing uncertainties at the club.

Manchester United's recent decision to dismiss manager Erik ten Hag stands as a defining moment in the tenure of co-owner Jim Ratcliffe, who took charge in February, marking a tumultuous period in the INEOS era.

Despite significant investment in new talent, with over 200 million pounds spent this season alone, the club's performance has faltered, leaving them 14th in the Premier League and 21st in Europa League standings. Former players and pundits are vocal about management missteps, especially after failing to secure top candidate Thomas Tuchel during the off-season.

As Ratcliffe's INEOS seeks to reinvigorate the club's structure, with substantial backroom changes and job cuts, the search for Ten Hag's replacement amid ongoing struggles points to larger challenges within Manchester United's leadership.

(With inputs from agencies.)