Ten Hag Vows to Extend McCarthy’s Stay at United

Following the confirmation of his decision to remain at the helm of Manchester United, Erik ten Hag has made it clear that he intends to push for a contract extension for assistant coach Benni McCarthy. McCarthy, a former South African international striker, joined United’s coaching staff in July 2022 and has quickly made a positive impact. His expertise in attacking play and his close work with the forwards has been credited with improving the team’s goalscoring output. Ten Hag has been impressed with McCarthy’s contribution and believes he is a valuable asset to the team. The Dutchman believes that extending McCarthy’s contract will provide continuity and stability to his coaching staff. “Benni has been a fantastic addition to our coaching staff,” said Ten Hag. “His knowledge and experience have been invaluable, and I am delighted to have him on board. I will definitely be pushing for a contract extension for him.” McCarthy’s current contract expires at the end of the 2023/24 season, and it is understood that United are keen to tie him down to a longer deal. The South African is said to be happy at Old Trafford and is eager to continue working with Ten Hag. If McCarthy signs an extension, it will be seen as a sign of Ten Hag’s commitment to building a long-term project at United. The Dutchman is keen to create a stable and successful team, and he believes that McCarthy is a key part of that vision.Erik ten Hag Strengthens His Power at Manchester United

Erik ten Hag Strengthens His Power at Manchester United

Erik ten Hag, having confirmed his continued tenure as Manchester United’s manager, is preparing to make demands of the club’s new owners, Sir Jim Ratcliffe and Co. Prior to United’s FA Cup triumph on May 25, INEOS considered three managerial candidates: Thomas Tuchel, Mauricio Pochettino, and Marco Silva. Ten Hag’s impressive game plan against Manchester City is believed to have swayed several key United executives from skeptics to believers. As a result, he is now in talks over a contract extension. Due to Ratcliffe’s ongoing board-level changes, Ten Hag will take a less active role in transfers. Director of Football Jason Wilcox and the new recruitment team will oversee the summer window, although Ten Hag retains the ability to veto potential signings. The Dutchman is also pushing for forwards coach Benni McCarthy’s contract to be extended. McCarthy’s work with Marcus Rashford last season, which saw the striker enjoy his best campaign with 30 goals, has impressed Ten Hag.

Ten Hag Reluctant to Lose McCarthy

McCarthy was praised for his influence on Rashford’s resurgence, with the striker crediting McCarthy for helping him improve his offensive play. Clips from training sessions show the former South African international’s popularity among the team and the fans. Manchester United supporters chanted McCarthy’s name following Rashford’s brace in the 3-0 win over Leicester City last February.

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Erik ten Hag has confirmed his intention to push for Benni McCarthy to receive a contract extension following the confirmation of his stay at Manchester United. McCarthy, who initially joined the club as a first-team coach during the summer, has impressed Ten Hag with his impact at the club and the impact he has had on the team’s attacking performances. The South African coach has been working closely with the club’s forwards and his guidance was seen as a key factor in the improved performances of Marcus Rashford, Anthony Martial, and Wout Weghorst in recent weeks. Ten Hag believes that McCarthy deserves to be rewarded for his contribution to the team’s progress and is keen to secure his services for the long term. McCarthy’s contract is set to expire at the end of the season and Ten Hag is keen to avoid losing him to another club. The Dutchman is also keen to add another assistant manager to his coaching staff, with Mitchell van der Gaag expected to leave the club at the end of the season. Ten Hag is believed to be considering several candidates for the role, including former Ajax assistant coach Alfred Schreuder.