Erik ten Hag referred to Donny van de Beek being ostracised at Manchester United as a "mortal sin" - suggesting the Dutchman may have a role under him should he replace Ralf Rangnick at Old Trafford.
The Red Devils have reportedly made the decision to move Ajax boss Ten Hag ahead of Mauricio Pochettino on the manager wishlist, making him the favourite for the United job next season.
His impressive defensive record in the Netherlands has caught the eye, but for now, he remains in the frame alongside the current Paris Saint-Germain boss, Luis Enrique and Julen Lopetegui.
