Manchester United will have to pay £1.7million to release manager target Erik ten Hag from his Ajax contract, according to a report.
The Red Devils’ pursuit of a new boss to replace Ralf Rangnick has shifted gear in recent weeks. While Paris Saint-Germain’s Mauricio Pochettino remains a contender, talk over Ten Hag taking over has ramped up.
The 52-year-old Dutchman held his first interview with Old Trafford chiefs last week.
While both sides reportedly raised concerns over agreeing a deal, Ten Hag has not denied the interest.
He has insisted that he remains fully-focused on Ajax’s season. The Amsterdam giants are looking to secure a third Eredivisie title under his stewardship following their Champions League last-16 defeat to Benfica.
Still, his contract runs out at the end of next term and it remains unclear if he will renew.
According to the Manchester Evening News, Man Utd will have to pay £1.7million to prise him out before he becomes a free agent.
United reportedly did not expect to have to pay too hefty a release clause for Ten Hag amid his contractual situation.
And their initial prediction has come true, as they hope to get a new manager sorted in the next few weeks.
The release clause for Pochettino at PSG is significantly higher. Reports from The Times in May last year quoted a £10million figure.
The Argentine former Tottenham boss extended his contract last summer and his deal also runs out in 2023.
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