Manchester United's new owner Ratcliffe is plotting a series of changes, with the intention of sending the Red Lions back to the top, while the leader of the Tanhag's stay has become the focus of the topic. According to ESPN, Ratcliffe intends to reshape the coaching lineup, and plans to invite Wolves coach Gary O'Neil to join the team, following Liverpool's "double leader" model 26 years ago. Seemingly, Gali O'Neill will assist Tannhäuser, but in fact, it may weaken the authority of the Dutch coach, so that in the critical moment can smoothly take over the baton.
Rumor has it that Ratcliffe is interested in changing coaches, including Park, whom he greatly admires. However, Manchester United's strong rebound in 2024 has put them in the lead for the time being, which has left Ratcliffe, the "King of Chemicals", in a state of hesitation. If Tannhäuser can lead the team to win the Premier League or qualify for the next UEFA Europa League, then the decision to change the manager will be even more difficult to understand.
As a result, Ratcliffe plans to reorganize his coaching staff first. The first task is to sign Gali O'Neill, who will share Tannhäuser's responsibilities. Ostensibly, Tannhäuser will still be the captain, but Galiounier will also have an important voice and will be able to influence the team indirectly through the "double leader" system.
Indeed, it is not the first time that Ratcliffe has tried to undermine Tannhäuser's power. Previously, he set up new rules that stripped leaders of their control over player transfer decisions, apparently displeased with Tanhag's reinforcement strategy in recent years.
Garry O'Neill, 40, was Liverpool's U23 assistant coach and was in charge at Bonnymouth for the 2022/23 season. He was sacked despite helping the team to relegation success. He has achieved remarkable results during his time in charge of Wolves this season, currently sitting ninth in the Premier League, which has won him over to Ratcliffe's side.
The precedent of adopting the "double leader" model is not uncommon. In July 1998, Liverpool brought in the famous French manager Houllier. At that time, Evans and Houlias jointly in charge of coaching, but the two have their own thoughts. In November of the same year, Evans resigned and Houlias took over the reins. Drawing on Liverpool's precedent, if Manchester United sign Galey O'Neill, Tannhäuser may also follow in the footsteps of Evans.
