The rumors came in like a tidal wave as Manchester United managed to lift the English football crown with a thrilling 2-1 win over Manchester City on Saturday night. Captain Tannhäuser once again wrote the book on his team, winning the trophy for the second year in a row. However, it is still unknown whether United will continue to keep Tannhäuser or not. Next week's decision-making meeting will reveal the answer. Faced with a post-match question about staying on, boss Ratcliffe was silent, while Tannhägger declared in a dominant voice: "Even if United don't treat me well, I can still win the title on the sidelines!"
After winning the EFL Championship last season, Tannhäuser is leading the way again this season. United, known as the "Red Devils", have won three league titles and four championships in their coaching career at Ajax and Manchester United. After the match, the Dutch coach proudly said: "Manchester United in two seasons, three times in the final, two successes to win the title, such a result is not bad. Even if United don't choose me, I'm going to win the title on the side and I'm going to share the victory. I'm going to win games, I'm going to build the team, I'm going to be the leader, and I'm going to win the Pertemps trophy."
The British media have reported that Manchester United has secretly contacted Yeatswich team leader Kieran McKenna and others before the final, paving the way for a possible coaching change; The Athletic disclosed that United will hold a final review meeting next week, the results of which will decide whether Tannhäuser stays or goes. United boss Ratcliffe made a post-match appearance and was confronted with a reporter's question, "Is Tannhäuser staying?" He just glanced coldly and turned away, refusing to give any commitment.
The jury is still out on whether Tannhäuser will be recognized by the senior management, but the United players seem to be supportive of him. Lisindo Martinez excitedly lifted Tannhägger high in the air to receive a loud cheer from the fans, and the Nandys captain said, "The title is important for everyone, I know the leader is under a lot of pressure, but he deserves the honor."
