He mocked Liverpool and now he would leave Man U immediately if they lose at Anfield on Sunday

The 2023-2024 season has proved to be a real ordeal for Manchester United, with manager Erik ten Hag seemingly on the back foot. Unfavourable results in the Premier League, elimination from the EFL (League Cup) and a premature exit from the Champions League have sparked speculation that the Dutch manager is on his way out of Old Trafford. With the recent defeat to Bayern Munich (0-1), which left the team in last place in their group, the situation has become untenable. The situation is so critical that many are questioning whether the time is right for a change in the dugout.

Amidst the uncertainty, the coaching market offers a number of options. Among those available are names such as Graham Potter, Hansi Flick, Antonio Conte and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer himself. However, the one with the strongest buzz is the legendary Zinedine Zidane. The Frenchman, famous for winning three Champions League titles with Real Madrid, has been out of action for a couple of years now. Although he has kept a low profile, he recently expressed his desire to return to the world of coaching. Zidane, previously linked with Manchester United, could be the saviour the club needs in these difficult times.

In an interview with Le Figaro last year, Zidane said: "I still want to go back to coaching. I know I want to go back to coaching. I have time today, but I don't know how long it will last. I have time right now, maybe until June, but it can also go very quickly. These words have further fuelled speculation about his possible arrival at Manchester United.

If he loses at Anfield Ten Hag would leave 

Another option on the table is Italian Roberto De Zerbi, currently in charge of Brighton. De Zerbi has had a positive impact in the Premier League, but his contract with Brighton runs until 2026, which could complicate his departure. The situation at Old Trafford is fluid and the Manchester United board will have to make crucial decisions in the coming days. Ten Hag's shadow is growing longer and longer, and the possibility of a change of helm with the arrival of Zidane seems to be the rumour gaining momentum. The future of the Manchester United dugout is at stake.