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Isaac Johnson

Erik ten Hag Ajax successor comes forward as Manchester United hold talks

Ajax legend Patrick Kluivert has said he would be “ready” to become the club’s next boss, should Erik ten Hag be appointed Manchester United’s permanent manager.

The Reds hierarchy have held talks with the 52-year-old this week, although United are keen to underline that these discussions do not indicate anything concrete. Following their interview with the Dutchman, they have scheduled further talks regarding the club's next boss, after initially circling Ten Hag as their preferred choice .

Now, Kluivert has revealed he would be willing to take on the Ajax mantle should ten Hag swap Amsterdam for Manchester. Speaking to Dutch ESPN (via FC Update ), he said: “Yes, absolutely. If there is a good project somewhere, I would like to be its head coach.

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