Sources: Utd coach McCarthy's future unclear

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- Rob Dawson, CorrespondentApr 10, 2024, 05:55 AM ET REACTIONS Benni McCarthy is facing an uncertain future as part of Manchester United's coaching staff with the former South Africa striker's contract set to expire in the summer, sources have told ESPN.
Ten Hag signed a contract until 2025 when he arrived from Ajax but he is under severe pressure after a disappointing second season in charge coupled with the arrival of new co-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe.
Why Man Utd keeper Onana puts Vaseline on his gloves - Ratcliffe's revamp: Man Utd's football director Murtough exits - Casemiro: Man Utd form gives me sleepless nights According to sources, Ratcliffe and his INEOS team, led by Sir Dave Brailsford, are not convinced by Ten Hag, but a decision will be delegated to the new football leadership team, planned to be headed by incoming sporting director Dan Ashworth and technical director Jason Wilcox.
Despite reservations about Ten Hag, sources have told ESPN that one issue facing the club is a lack of standout candidates to take over.