Thomas Tuchel has two bizarre rules all players must follow at Man Utd if he replaces Erik ten Hag
If Thomas Tuchel were to replace Erik ten Hag as Manchester United’s manager, the players would need to quickly adapt to two unique rules that the German coach is known for enforcing.
With United enduring a tough start to the 2024/25 campaign, Erik ten Hag is facing mounting pressure at Old Trafford. The Red Devils have failed to secure a win in their last five games, leaving them languishing in 14th place in the Premier League as the international break begins. Amidst this turbulent period, several names have been rumored as potential replacements, including former managers such as Tuchel, Ruud van Nistelrooy, Gareth Southgate, and Zinedine Zidane.
Tuchel, who has a strong track record of success with Bayern Munich, Chelsea, Paris Saint-Germain, and Borussia Dortmund, would be an intriguing option, particularly because he is not currently tied to any team. If he were to step into the managerial role at United, the players would have to adjust to his distinct set of expectations. As reported by The Guardian in 2021, Tuchel prefers an informal approach, discouraging the use of surnames among players and staff and encouraging direct eye contact when greeting each other in the morning.
Despite the uncertainty surrounding Ten Hag’s future, club legend Wayne Rooney has backed the Dutch coach. Speaking to Sky Sports, Rooney stated that the ultimate decision on Ten Hag’s position lies with the club’s ownership but emphasized his belief in Ten Hag’s capabilities, pointing to his previous success at United and other teams. Rooney acknowledged that every manager faces rough patches and hopes Ten Hag will navigate through this challenging period.
Since taking charge at Manchester United, Ten Hag has managed to secure a Carabao Cup victory and led the team to the FA Cup final. However, the ongoing poor form has increased the pressure, leaving the club at a critical juncture as they evaluate the best path forward.
